The ancient wells of Hội An are a network of nearly eighty historic structures, many of which date back to the time of the Champa Kingdom between the eighth and tenth centuries. You can identify them by their distinct masonry, often…
Ancient Wells of Hoi An
We will trace centuries-old brick and stone wells through quiet residential lanes to discover how their sweet water shapes Hoi An's daily life, spiritual rituals, and world-famous cuisine.
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1. Giếng cổ Hội an
2. Giếng Mái - The Covered Well
Giếng Mái, or the Covered Well, stands out for the small, four-sided roof structure covering its opening, which is topped with traditional fish-scale tiles. Located at a five-way intersection near the entrance to the Hoi An Central Market,…
3. Quan Cong Temple
The Quan Cong Temple stands out in Hoi An’s ancient town for its vibrant vermilion red walls and green-glazed ceramic roof tiles, which contrast sharply with the muted yellow facades of the surrounding buildings. Founded in sixteen…
4. Cơm Gà Giếng Đình Hội An
Cơm Gà Giếng Đình is located at sixteen Phan Chu Trinh Street in the Minh An ward of Hội An. The restaurant is named after the nearby Ba Le Well, a historic site that has supplied water to local residents for centuries. The establishment…
5. BaLe Well
Ba Le Well is a square, ancient water source tucked away in a narrow alley in Hoi An. Built by the Cham people between the eighth and ninth centuries, its walls consist of bricks laid without mortar, while ironwood frames at the bottom…
6. Quán Cao lầu Bá Lễ
Quán Cao Lầu Bá Lễ is a small, unassuming eatery tucked into the historic streets of Hội An. You can distinguish it by the cutout of its longtime matriarch, Madam Võ Thị Thạnh, often placed near the entrance to greet those arriving for a…