Japanese Covered Bridge (Chùa Cầu), Hội An
Hoi An, Vietnam
About This Activity
The Japanese Covered Bridge (Chùa Cầu) was built in the early 17th century by Hội An's Japanese community to link their quarter with the Chinese district across a small creek. The ornate wooden bridge houses a small Taoist shrine in its mid-section and is guarded by carved stone dogs and monkeys at each end. Its curved tile roof and interlocking woodwork make it photogenic from every angle — it features on Vietnam's 20,000 VND banknote. Entry via the combined Ancient Town ticket (120,000 VND / ~$4.70). Arrive before 8am to photograph without crowds.
Seasonal note: Year-round; flooding in the Ancient Town can occur Oct–Nov during typhoon season.
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