Fukian Assembly Hall (Phuc Kien)
Fukian Assembly Hall (Phuc Kien)
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Each of the many animal statues in this stunning meeting hall symbolize some life quality such as wisdom, longevity and nobility; Chinese merchants from the Phuc Kien province built this structure in 1697.
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Kim G
Pacific Grove, CA3,750 contributions
Mar 2019
Constructed around 1690, "Phuc Kien" the Assembly Hall was built for the Chinese to socialize, and has been designated as a World Heritage Site. The intricately designed Assembly Hall, which was later transformed into the Jinshang Golden Mountain Temple, is dedicated to Thien Hau, the Fujian "goddess of the sea and caretakers of sailors". Childless couples offer prayers at the "fertility shrine". The entrance gate was added at a later date, and an unusual mosaic fountain sits in the courtyard.
Written February 19, 2020
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TriciaBishop
Bradford, UK1,692 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
This was a lovely place to visit with a lot of history regarding the journey of the Chianese people across the sea to Hoi An. There are pictures on the walls depicting the often treacherous journey.
The setting in a lovely courtyard makes it a lovely place to rest after walking around the streets. As well as enjoying the beautiful ornate building it is nice just to cool down in the pretty little garden
The setting in a lovely courtyard makes it a lovely place to rest after walking around the streets. As well as enjoying the beautiful ornate building it is nice just to cool down in the pretty little garden
Written March 7, 2020
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Raymondale
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia1,173 contributions
Sep 2019
visited here last year September when travelling to central vietnam,Hoi An was my second stop.it is an immigrant town in the history.this assembly hall was created as a place in which residents from Fujian in China could meet up and socialise in Hoi An.the hall was converted into a temple dedicated to Thien Hau,the goddess of the sea and caretaker of sailors.Thien Hau is widely worshipped by Fujianese and Hainanese.if you love history,architeture,religion,then you cant miss this place.you can admire the animals statues,the paintings,the sculpture here.
Written August 31, 2020
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betteskid
Boston, MA1,329 contributions
Nov 2019
There are multiple attractions in the Old Town in Hoi An that can be visited using a single ticket purchased around the entrance to the Old Town. Fukian Assembly Hall is one of these. The place is really beautiful with wonderful bonsai and small gardens and pools outside the structure. I would definitely be sure to stop here when you visit Old Town. The entry ticket - that includes several attractions - is definitely worthwhile.
Written February 5, 2020
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Wood77
Los Angeles, CA3,518 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
Striking colors can be seen regardless of where you look. There is a sense of serenity when inside this complex. Lots of symbolism. You can paid to light a circular cone incense that burns for two week. Deep inside are 3 altars. If you wish to make more money, pray at the one on the left. If you have trouble starting a family (fertility problems), pray at the one on the right.
Written May 11, 2023
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swarnaprabha k
Bhubaneswar, India2,345 contributions
Sep 2024 • Friends
As per our guide Miss T's information , it was built around 1690 by a Chinese ethnic group fu kien ( from South China) for congregation purposes. Later it was dedicated to their Goddesses Thein Hou( the Goddess of sea) , Mazu who protected sailors from danger. It is located 46 Tan fu street old city Hoi an. The courtyard had magnificent murals, cultural relics, bright paintings, and dragon figures. I liked it.
Written October 18, 2024
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Raymondale
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia1,173 contributions
Sep 2023 • Solo
many Fujian( Fukian) families migrated to Vietnam after Ming Dynasty collapsed, Lord Nguyen allowed them to settle in Hoi An and erect Minh Huong Village. so Fujian immigrants established the Fujian Assembly Hall to serve the fellow community here.i visited the hall on 9 September, actually it is the second time i came here,the first time is 2019. the hall has been devoted to the worship of their ancestors and a deity called Thien Hau. Thien Hau, known as Mazu or Tian Hou, is a Chinese sea goddess who blesses fishers and sailors with safe ocean travel.that day very hot,cuz i visited here around 1300 pm, i have to rest under the tree,also bought a bottle of mineral water to cool down my body temperature.so suggest those who want to come, better come before noon.
Written October 5, 2023
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Ali921
Edinburgh, UK1,539 contributions
Nov 2022
You can buy a ticket for 60k Dong which gives you entry to 5 attractions. This is one of the ones we visited. It's located on a very large site and beautifully maintained. Surprising that more people don't make the effort to visit because it's right in the Old Quarter. Well worth a visit.
Written December 12, 2022
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Alessandro S
Bologna, Italy4,729 contributions
Feb 2024 • Friends
This was the last temple visited on a very hot afternoon in Hoi An. This room is also dedicated to Chinese immigrants particularly from Fujian. It was initially used as a pagoda and then transformed into a temple dedicated to sailors. In the second room behind the altar there is a statue of van Thien and his assistants which is a symbol of fertility.
Written March 18, 2024
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서윤 ěś
South Korea8 contributions
Nov 2024 • Couples
Wonderful and calm tones of gorgeous pottery decorations and sophisticated wooden pieces were unable to see. Spend a quiet time in the fountains and gardens of the courtyard and imagine the life of the old Ho Chi Minh merchants. It was even more special to visit in the afternoon............................
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Written November 27, 2024
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How much is the ticket for visiting the five ancient towns? And please advice on a public transport from the airport to Hoi An Prince Hotel. Thank you.
Written December 21, 2015
Each ticket is VND120,000 when I visited in May 2016. Found and booked a airport shuttle from "getyourguide" for SGD8 per person per way after sieving through the long list of online search results.
Written June 4, 2016
Where do you buy the 5 ancient town tickets
Written August 31, 2015
There’s a ticket booth at various locations before entering the ancient area. Look out for them in yellow coloured booths.
Written January 12, 2020
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