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Japanese Covered Bridge

At the West end of Tran Phu St., Hoi An, Vietnam
Ranked #9 of 36 attractions in Hoi An
4.0 of 5 stars 216 Reviews
Type: Bridges
Owner description: A local favorite, construction on this covered bridge began in the Year of the Monkey (1593) and was finished in the Year of the Dog (1595), hence the...... more » Owner description: A local favorite, construction on this covered bridge began in the Year of the Monkey (1593) and was finished in the Year of the Dog (1595), hence the monkey and dog sculptures at either end. « less
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San Diego, California
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

Be sure to visit the two story family home on the bridge. One can also purchase beautiful painted silk clothing and other home items there. More

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Bombala
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23 reviews 23 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

A couple we having wedding photos taken on the bridge when we were there, made it very romantic and special. More

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Sri Kembangan, Malaysia
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

When visiting Hoi An, one can't miss visiting this historic monument. Although it can be crowded and it's not that long of a bridge, the sense of history overwhelms you. Just get the many fellow tourists to help you snap a picture and return the favor. Cross the bridge and you'll immediately see a lane filled with great souvenir and... More

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japan
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

The bridge seems like the icon of Hoi An town with old architecture and decoration. However it was too crowded and delivered no special feeling to me as it was taken advantage for commercial. It was good place to take photos and to hide intense daylight after wandering around main streets. At night, the place was better viewed with fewer... More

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Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

The history of this little bridge connecting Chinese and Japanese traders is amazing. In the days it was constructed it must have been so necessary. More

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Kent
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32 reviews 32 reviews
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26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

The bridge is good as a focal point for your visit and a nice photo opportunity (especially at night) but nothing more. More

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Bangkok
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

You should rend a bicycle visit Hoi An ancient town and Japanese bridge More

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Daegu, South Korea
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23 reviews 23 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

It looked nice. There's no reason to buy a ticket. You can walk across the bridge for free. A ticket gets you into a small side room. More

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Pleasant Hill, California
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64 reviews 64 reviews
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34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

Hoi An is beautiful but especially at night when it is cooler and a lot of the day travelers have left. Loved the ambiance and restaurants and the Japenese Covered Bridge area. More

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Melbourne, Australia
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31 reviews 31 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

overated oh hum! Anything else is just more than this deserves More

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