According to this esteemed publication, Hoi An was once a bustling and prosperous port, particularly during the period from the 15th to the 19th centuries. Many tourists choose to visit this place for various reasons, but mostly to witness the monthly lantern festival held on Trần Phú Street.

Tran Phu Street in Hoi An

Tran Phu Street in Hoi An

Visitors often light a candle and place it inside a colorful paper lantern, as reported by Architectural Digest.

Colorful lanterns street in Hoi An

Colorful lanterns street in Hoi An

Tran Phu Street in Hoi An ranks 45th out of the world’s 71 streets. Previously, Time Out magazine also selected Hoi An as an ideal tourist destination in July. At that time, tourists visiting Vietnam often chose the beautiful beaches in Central Vietnam, and Hoi An was an unmissable stop. In addition, the magazine suggested that tourists should visit Da Nang, the ancient capital Hue, and Phong Nha cave (Quang Binh) to admire the beauty of Central Vietnam.

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