STREET CuISINE in vietnamese HOI AN by Silva Wischeropp

About "STREET CuISINE in vietnamese HOI AN"

by Silva Wischeropp

About the artwork

Probably the most picturesque and charming city in Vietnam is Hoi An. Compared to Hanoi, it is one of the smaller cities, but should not be missed on any trip to Vietnam. It is well protected at the mouth of the Song Thu Bon River about 30 km inland on the China Sea. The city was once the largest port in Southeast Asia, mainly due to its location on the Silk Road. The first traces of settlement in Hoi An date back to the 4th century. During the 16th century, under the Nguyen rulers, the port was further expanded, becoming an attractive international trading centre. More and more Chinese and Japanese traders settled here, and the city grew steadily.
The individual sights of Hoi An can be easily explored on a walk. The old town is partly free of cars, and it is easy to take a relaxed stroll here. There are restaurants and small shops everywhere in the old buildings, which blend almost inconspicuously into the historic townscape. Hoi An's old town was the only one to remain unscathed during the Vietnam War. Since 1999, this picturesque ensemble of historically valuable buildings has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The old residential houses, halls, trading houses and a few museums are particularly worth seeing. Soups are often served at the small food stalls in Vietnam.
In Hoi An, however, there is Cao Lầu. This tasty noodle dish, is a culinary specialty and can only be found here. This picturesque photograph is perfect for hanging in kitchen and dining rooms as well as Asian restaurants. It inspires lovers of Asian cuisine to experiment with their own cooking.