UNIT 3. WONDERS OF VIET NAMListening

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Hoi An’s Old Town, also known as the Ancient Town, is a time capsule from the days of yesteryear. Sitting on the banks of a flowing river, the sailors and hopeful that once graced Old Town’s street are long been departed and have been replaced with new of curious tourists and travelers. Thankfully, the arrival of modern times hasn’t resulted in Old Town losing any of its rustic charms, which is why tourists from all over the world love visiting the area. There are a lot of sites to while visiting Old Town. From museums and landmarks to partaking in lunar , you can spend a few days wandering through the area’s historic streets. One thing that is immediately apparent in Old Town is the architectural influences of different countries. Chinese, , and French citizens had a strong foothold in the area and are behind numerous buildings and structures. The multicultural diversity of Old Town can is also apparent in the local as it caters to a variety of food styles. Although significantly quieter than major cities such as Saigon and Hanoi, there is still a infrastructure of bars and restaurants. After your day of sightseeing, you can unwind with a drink and local cuisine. Hoi An’s Old Town is definitely not past its prime and should be a when visiting Vietnam.