A Fond and Distinctive Farewell from Hội An to Travelers at Đà Nẵng International Airport

Every week, from 10:00 PM to 11:00 PM on Fridays and 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Sundays, at the departure area of the International Terminal, Đà Nẵng International Airport, travelers are invited to enjoy captivating folk art performances presented by artists from Hội An. These performances go beyond entertainment, offering refined reenactments of local cultural life, where music, rhythm, and performance forms are deeply intertwined with the history, beliefs, and daily practices of the Ancient Town’s communities. The gentle melodies of folk songs, the rhythms of drums, fiddles, and wooden clappers resonate within the modern airport setting, creating a compelling dialogue between tradition and contemporaneity. In moments of waiting for departure, travelers unexpectedly “touch” the soul of Hội An - Đà Nẵng: a creative city where heritage does not rest quietly in museums, but continues to live, evolve, and adapt to today’s world.

Alongside the performances, the hands-on Hội An lantern-making experience has drawn particular interest from international visitors. Under the guidance of local artisans, each step in crafting a lantern, from shaping the bamboo frame and stretching the fabric to completing the final decorative details, is introduced in an engaging and approachable way. More than a souvenir, the Hội An lantern symbolizes craftsmanship, creativity, and a philosophy of harmony with nature deeply rooted in Vietnamese culture. Bringing folk arts and craft experiences into the airport environment not only enhances the cultural services offered to travelers but also reflects a creative approach to heritage preservation and promotion. It is how Hội An tells its story through the language of art - gentle, refined, yet deeply resonant.

For many travelers, the final moments in Vietnam often pass in haste. Yet with these performances and cultural experiences infused with the spirit of Hội An, the journey concludes with a sense of reflection and lasting cultural impressions. It becomes a heartfelt farewell - one that leaves behind memories of a Việt Nam that is rich in identity, welcoming, and creative, and also a warm promise of reunion, inviting visitors to return to Hội An - Đà Nẵng for future journeys.

In an era of integration and development, Hội An Ancient Town continues to affirm its position as a place where traditional values are nurtured through new ways of thinking, where heritage is not only preserved but also becomes a source of inspiration for the present and the future.