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Since 2013, Wernigerode city (Germany) and Hội An city (Vietnam) have had a twinning relationship based on a sustainable urban partnership. Wernigerode is known as one of the Harz region's picturesque old towns that are popular for tourist activities. With many environmental, cultural and social similarities, along with the people's affection for Hội An, the two cities have decided to continue coordinating the organization of the 3rd Hội An Lantern Festival 2023 in Wernigerode.
From August 4 to 6, 2023, the 19th “Hội An - Japan Cultural Exchange” will be held by Hội An city, the Consulate General of Japan in Đà Nẵng, and Japanese units and localities in Hội An Ancient Town; in order to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Japan (1973 - 2023), as well as continue to strengthen the exchange and cooperation relationship between Hội An and Japan.
Welcoming the exciting summer days, Hội An city will organize many fun and entertainment activities to provide locals and visitors with a vibrant festival season. The festival with the theme “Hội An - Dance of the Sea” will be held on Cửa Đại, Tân Thành, An Bàng beaches and Chàm Islands from June 16 to July 22, 2023.
In order to introduce the typical indigenous culture, the transmission values of traditional crafts and honor the creations of the craftspeople; Hội An will organize a series of events: Composition Camp “Creative Space”, “The 2nd traditional occupations' beauty”, and Fair “Startup - Green consumption”, Hội An 2023. The events will take place from May 12 to 19, 2023 and include a variety of interesting and exciting activities.
The 7th Vietnam International Choir Competition will be held in Hội An Park, Hội An city, Quảng Nam province, from April 2 to 6, 2023. There are currently 20 choirs registered from 8 nations and territories, including Vietnam. The competition's Organizing Committee is still inviting new registrations from choirs around the world.
In an atmosphere of excitement and joy to welcome the new spring, Hội An city will organize the “Hội An Lunar New Year Festival 2023”, with various activities taking place throughout the city's communes and wards to pray for a lucky, peaceful and happy new year to locals and visitors. At the same time, many activities for visitors to experience the traditional Tết culture of Hội An will also take place on this occasion.
“Hội An - Japan Cultural Exchange” is an annual event that promotes cultural cooperation and exchange between Hội An and Japanese organizations, individuals, and localities. After 17 years of organization, the event has left the participants with many positive emotions regarding the two countries' strong and friendly relationship.
The event “Hội An traditional occupations’ beauty”, taking place from July 15 to 17, 2022 at Đồng Hiệp park, is an opportunity to introduce occupations and occupation villages in Hội An; honor artisans and craftsmen; preserve, create and promote traditional values in tourism development of "smokeless industry" in Hội An ancient town - World Cultural Heritage. Its message is to honor the cultural values of traditional occupations while also fostering creativity for the future.
The year 2021, a harsh and challenging year, is gradually coming to a conclusion. This is likely to be a year that evokes a wide range of feelings in everyone. In particular, Hội An city has been experiencing ups and downs, with residents working together to prevent the Covid-19 pandemic while also focusing on tourism recovery and socioeconomic development.
Celebrating Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day (23/11),
The 22nd anniversary of UNESCO’s recognition of Hội An Ancient Town as World Cultural Heritage Site (4/12/1999-2021),
The 4th anniversary of UNESCO’s recognition of The art of Bài Chòi in Central Vietnam as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity (7/12/2017-2021)
Since 2017, the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Vietnam and Korean Cultural Center in Vietnam have cooperated with Quảng Nam Province and Hội An City to organize the event “Korean Cultural Days in Quảng Nam”. After the success of previous events (in 2017 & 2019), this year, the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Vietnam and Korean Cultural Center in Vietnam continue to coordinate with Quảng Nam Province and Hội An City to hold this event. It will take place from 9-13/4/2021 with unique cultural, artistic and sport activities.
EARTH HOUR is an annual campaign for the environment. It aims to raise awareness of the community and promote the link between man and nature.
During the past time, due to the resurgence of the Covid-19 pandemic, Hội An was quiet and deserted. Now the pandemic is controlled, Hội An city welcomes thousands of tourists every day, and tourism has gradually been restored. According to statistics, in the first quarter of 2021, the city welcomed more than 146,375 visitors to Hội An (including 8,420 visitors buying entrance tickets) that proves the strange charm of a commercial port city known as a “peaceful place” for visitors.
The year 2020 has gradually come to the end, maybe rarely did Hội An city go through such a turbulent and difficult year. But also in those moments, affection and sharing are spread strongly among people without discrimination of gender, skin color, geography or language. Up to this point, with inherent hospitality and warm hearted people, Hội An has been ready to continue welcoming visitors from all over the country and foreigners staying in Vietnam with a vibrant program “Hội An New Year Festival 2021” and many attractive cultural and recreational activities.
On the occasion of the 21st anniversary of UNESCO’s recognition of Hội An Ancient Town as World Cultural Heritage Site (4/12/1999 - 4/12/2020) and the 3rd anniversary of UNESCO’s recognition of The art of Bài Chòi in Central Vietnam as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity (7/12/2017 - 7/12/2020); Hội An city is ready to welcome visitors from near and far with many attractive cultural and recreational activities.
On the occasion of the 21st anniversary of UNESCO’s recognition of Hội An Ancient Town as World Cultural Heritage Site (04/12/1999-2020) and the 3rd anniversary of UNESCO’s recognition of The art of Bài Chòi in Central Viet Nam as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity (07/12/2017-2020), Hội An city hold the running race “For The World Cultural Heritage of Hội An” 2020.
From September 24, 2020, Hội An city officially re-implements the project “Town for pedestrians and non-motorized vehicles”, “Night street”, traditional occupation villages and guided activities for tourists to visit Hội An ancient town. Along with the reopening, Hội An also offers a preferential treatment policy on entrance tickets to the ancient town, which is 50% discount on fares applied from September 24 to October 31, 2020.
