Favored by the locals, Japanese Covered Bridge stands as one of the most famous city landmarks. The iconic bridge was built in the end of the 16th century to connect the Japanese and Chinese areas of the town. A legend has it that the bridge sits on the back of an ancient monstrous earthquake-causing dragon. A small, simple temple inside the bridge is dedicated to a weather god, who is believed to have the power to stop earthquakes. The wooden pagoda roof and the original ornamentation are well-preserved and the arched shape of the road was restored in 1986. Notice the pairs of guardian statues on each entrance, representing dogs and monkeys. There are two explanations for this--one is that these are the years in the Chinese calendar when the bridge was begun and finished and the other one is that these are the Zodiac signs of many Chinese emperors. Our Hoi An holiday builder makes visiting Japanese Covered Bridge and other Hoi An attractions simple, and helps you make a travel plan personal to you.
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This is a very iconic site, linking 2 parts of Hoi An's ancient town. I am a little confused, because on one occasion we were asked to buy a ticket to cross it, the next times not.
This is a very iconic site, linking 2 parts of Hoi An's ancient town. I am a little confused, because on one occasion we were asked to buy a ticket to cross it, the next times not. more »
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The Japanese Bridge in Hoi An is just magnificent in terms of architecture, built in the 1590s by the Japanese community in Hoi An, the bridge remains well maintained and retains its traditional...
The Japanese Bridge in Hoi An is just magnificent in terms of architecture, built in the 1590s by the Japanese community in Hoi An, the bridge remains well maintained and retains its traditional... more »
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Built by the Japanese in the C17th. An interesting Hoi An site. Worth a stop while you are in the area. Therr are some photos on the wall which show how the bridge has endured over the last century...
Built by the Japanese in the C17th. An interesting Hoi An site. Worth a stop while you are in the area. Therr are some photos on the wall which show how the bridge has endured over the last century... more »
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Literally "pagoda on the bride", it offers one of the more beautiful sight of the river. Come at night and you will be pleased. Try to avoid the weekends though, if you can't weave your way through densely packed crowd who have little respect for your personal space.
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Its a historical element. Better from afar, for a good pic. BUT it does give access to a lovely walking street, my favourite in Hoi An. It is tree covered and cool, with art shop , a gallery and some excellent coffee.
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Interesting place. With bright yellow background, you will definitely have some vivid photos
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The pagoda lies next to a river. I like enjoying the coffee at the nearby shop while watching lots of tourist passing by. This is indeed such a touristy area. If you want to take a photo with the iconic bridge of the pagoda, sometimes you have to wait for a while.
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It is the symbol of the ancient town of Hoi An. Nice architecture, perfect Fengshui setting but the only thing I don't like is the entrance ticket to cross the bridge. I don't understand why you have to pay to cross a bridge? The one in Hue is free to cross.
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