The lantern festival in Hoi An.
The lantern festival in Hoi An.
In central Vietnam the charming UNESCO city of Hoi An, will amaze you with all its lanterns lightening from sunset and its pedestrian old town.
The lantern festival takes place very month, at the 14th day of the lunar calendar. For this occasion, the whole city in lightened only by colorful lanterns hanged in front of every shop, restaurant, in the trees and on the river: the city offers a magical atmosphere. On that joyful day, the city organizes activities for the kids, night markets and a parade. The wooden boats are cruising the river with people dropping some floating lanterns as offerings.
Next lantern festivals in 2018: 27th June, July 26th, August 24th, September 23rd, October 22nd, November 21st, December 20th.
Roll in Asia' activity: The lantern being the symbol of Hoi An city, it is a niet souvenir to bring back home. You will find plenty of shops selling those lanterns of all possible colors and shapes and sizes. Nevertheless it is also possible and fun to try yourself in making your own lantern. Roll in Asia brings you to a manufactory for you to learn how to make your own lantern and you will keep your creation to bring it back in your suitcase. A fun activity which is 100% accessible.