via Vietnam Net, 16 February 2023: Spotlight on some recent restoration efforts in Hoi An: the 18th century Quan Thang house and the Japanese Bridge.
A survey from the Centre for Cultural Heritage Management said that Hoi An ancient town has over 1,100 houses between 100 and 200 years old, of which 780 were recognised as heritage relics.
At least 114 houses were sold to new owners in 2000-2010, while 600 current owners of the old houses renovated and converted their houses into shops.
“Familiar with annual floods for generations, local people living in the Old Quarter have gradually strengthened their house structures when facing disasters. We’ll build up long term preservation by selecting adaptable materials,” Ngoc said.
