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Đức An Ancient House is part of the preserved heritage homes open for tourism in the ancient town of Hội An. It not only captivates visitors with its profound Eastern design but also conceals countless profound historical meanings.
A Must-Visit Destination
An ancient house dating back 180 years (PHOTO ST)
Located at 129 Trần Phú Street, right in the heart of the ancient town of Hội An, Đức An Ancient House sits close to the Japanese Covered Bridge, attracting considerable attention from tourists. With a lifespan exceeding 180 years, the house emanates an ancient and solemn charm, reflecting the passage of time and ancient cultural traits in every detail.
This is not only the pride of the house owner but also of the entire Hội An town (PHOTO ST)
Not only does it preserve the overall condition of the house, but even small items inside like pens and inkwells are carefully preserved by the owner. This demonstrates dedication to ancestors and provides tourists with a more authentic view of the ancient culture here.
To date, six generations have lived in this house, and every year it undergoes renovation to preserve the almost intact beauty of ancient times.
The ancient space inside the house is carefully preserved (PHOTO ST)
Unique Architecture of the House
Đức An Ancient House combines ancient Vietnamese architecture with Chinese style. Its overall area is quite large for a house in the center of the ancient town. With a length of 39m and a width of up to 7m, it has a tube-shaped structure and a courtyard in the middle.
Ancient Eastern architecture (PHOTO ST)
This house stands out for its unique structure predominantly crafted from Quang Nam's special hardwood, renowned for withstanding the extreme weather of this sunny and windy central region.
Moreover, it ingeniously harnesses natural light, seamlessly blending nature into its architecture.
Natural ambiance at the Duc An ancient house (PHOTO ST)
Historical significance echoes through time
Duc An ancient house not only embodies cultural and architectural beauty but also stands as a vital witness tied to the legacy of comrade Cao Hong Lanh during our nation's past resistance.
Remnants left by revolutionary soldiers (PHOTO ST)
During that time, it served as a meeting point for patriots and youths. By 1925-1926, it officially became a gathering and discussion spot for patriotic intellectuals. Consequently, this place holds numerous works of renowned patriot Phan Chau Trinh from the Duy Tan movement era, including various historic publications like Tan The Ky, and Dong Phap newspapers...
Ancient bookshelf meticulously preserved by future generations (PHOTO ST)
Hence, this place is regarded as a starting point and a beacon for the patriotism of Central Vietnamese, playing a significant role in our nation's triumph.
Therefore, Duc An ancient house is undoubtedly a must-visit spot in Hoi An that you cannot overlook. Come here to feel the beauty of history concealed within every object!
