Quảng Nam ( Vietnamese: [kwaːŋ˧˩ naːm˧˧] ) is a coastal province near northernmost part of the South Central Coast region, the Central of Vietnam . It borders Thừa Thiên Huế to the north, Đà Nẵng to the northeast, Kon Tum to the southwest, Quảng Ngãi to the southeast, Sekong of Laos to the west and the South China Sea to the east.
84-652: Hội An ( Vietnamese: [hôjˀ aːn] ), formerly known in the Western world as Faifoo or Faifo , is a city of approximately 120,000 people in Vietnam's Quảng Nam Province , registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999. Along with the Cù Lao Cham archipelago, it is part of the Cù Lao Cham-Hội An Biosphere Reserve , designated in 2009. In 2023, Hội An was registered in
168-491: A Vietnamese territory, and also became the capital of Quảng Nam Province . In 1535, Portuguese explorer and sea captain António de Faria , coming from Đà Nẵng , tried to establish a major trading centre at the port village of Faifo. Since 1570, Southern Vietnam had been under the control of the powerful Nguyễn clan , established by governor Nguyễn Hoàng . The Nguyễn lords were far more interested in commercial activity than
252-467: A distinctive regional cuisine that blends centuries of cultural influences from East and Southeast Asia. Hoi An hosts a number of cooking classes where tourists can learn to make Cao lầu or braised spiced pork noodle, a signature dish of the city. The Hoi An wreck , a shipwreck from the late fifteenth or early sixteenth century, was discovered near the Cham Islands , off the coast of the city in
336-597: A new dynasty ( Mạc dynasty ). The founders of both clan Nguyễn Kim and his son-in-law Trịnh Kiểm fled to Thanh Hóa province and refused to accept the rule of the Mạc. All of the region south of the Red River was under their control, but they were unable to dislodge the Mạc from Đông Kinh ( the capital of state) for many years. During this time, the Nguyễn–Trịnh alliance was led by Nguyễn Kim ; his daughter Nguyễn Thị Ngọc Bảo
420-575: A powerful and exclusive trade conduit between Europe, China, India, and Japan, especially for the ceramic industry. Shipwreck discoveries have shown that Vietnamese and other Asian ceramics were transported from Hội An to as far as the Sinai in Egypt. Hội An's importance waned sharply at the end of the 18th century because of the collapse of Nguyễn rule, which resulted from the Tây Sơn Rebellion - which
504-596: A powerful clan originally based in Thanh Hóa Province . The clan supported Lê Lợi in his successful war of independence against the Ming dynasty . From that point on, the Nguyễn were one of the major noble families in Vietnam. Perhaps the most famous Nguyễn of this time was Nguyễn Thị Anh , the queen-consort for nearly 20 years (1442–1459). In 1527, Mạc Đăng Dung overthrew the emperor Lê Cung Hoàng and established
588-507: A symbol of the relationship between Poland and Vietnam , which share many historical similarities despite their distance. Today, the town is a tourist attraction because of its history, traditional architecture, and crafts such as textiles and ceramics. Many bars, hotels, and resorts have been constructed both in Hội An and the surrounding area. The port mouth and boats are still used for both fishing and tourism. Hoi An has two main seasons during
672-535: A trade hub, Quang Nam would also serve as the site where Western influence would enter into Vietnam. Notably Alexandre de Rhodes who had written the alphabet, and also where a military alliance with France was signed between Nguyen dynasty monarchs fleeing the Tay Son Rebellion. The region would also see the start of French colonization during Cochinchina campaign and the Siege of Tourane . The province
756-437: Is a history museum located at 10B Trần Hưng Đạo. According to CNN , Hoi An is the " banh mi capital of Vietnam." Banh Mi is a type of Vietnamese sandwich, consisting of a baguette, pâté, meats and fresh herbs. Cao lầu is a signature dish of the town, consisting of rice noodles, meat, greens, bean sprouts, and herbs, most commonly served with a small amount of broth, with a strong resemblance to Japanese udon . The water for
840-519: Is adorned with radiant, handcrafted lanterns, creating a surreal and mesmerizing atmosphere that transports participants back in time. The festival encapsulates the unique blend of influences in Hoi An, including Chinese, Japanese, and European, making it an exceptional showcase of cultural diversity. In addition to the visual spectacle, the festival also offers a diverse array of street food, traditional music performances, and rituals that engage attendees in
924-632: Is also a popular local drink among tourists. The Hoi An Lantern Festival, a renowned cultural event in Hoi An, Vietnam , is a celebration of light, color, and tradition. This vibrant and enchanting festival is held on the 14th day of each lunar month when the moon is at its brightest. As of 2023, the festival dates coincide with the following Gregorian calendar dates: 5 February, 6 March, 5 April, 4 May, 3 June, 2 July, 1 August, 30 August, 29 September, 28 October, 27 November, 26 December; offering an extraordinary experience to both residents and tourists. Throughout
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#17327811453171008-535: Is around 10 km east of it. National Road 14 runs from Thừa Thiên Huế province through the west of Quảng Nam to Đắk Glei district in Kon Tum province in the Central Highlands . It is connected to National Road 1A by 14B in north and 14E in central Quảng Nam and the border to Laos through 14D. 57.7% of the roads in (national, provincial, or district) are paved with asphalt, which is somewhat above
1092-508: Is between February and May, when the weather becomes very mild with moderate temperature and less humid. Calm mild weather is now limited to the season of May/June - end of August when the seas are calm and wind changes direction and comes from the South. The remainder of the year the weather is intermittent between rain & cold and hot & mild. Activities such as visiting the offshore Cù lao Chàm islands are only guaranteed to be likely during
1176-414: Is covered by forests, making it one of the most forested provinces in Vietnam. Forests dominate in the west of the province and along the border to Quảng Ngãi province . 111,900ha of land are used for agriculture, mostly in the east of the province. The Thu Bồn River system covers most of the province (except for the south-east), making it one of the largest river systems in central Vietnam. It led to
1260-436: Is famous for its production of Saigon cinnamon. The economy of Quảng Nam has been growing rapidly in recent years. GDP growth in 2010 was 12.7% and the goal for 2011 is 13.5%. Growth has been between 12 and 15% in the years from 2005 to 2007, mostly driven by a booming industrial sector (growing more than 20% per year) and to a lesser extent the service sector. GDP per capita in 2007 was 8.76 million Vietnamese đồng , 65.2% of
1344-479: Is one of the locations set in the opera "Princess Anio." Hội An ( chữ Hán : 會 安) translates as "peaceful meeting place" from Sino-Vietnamese. In English and other European languages, the town was known historically as Faifo . This word is derived from Vietnamese Hội An phố (the town of Hội An), which was shortened to "Hoi-pho", and then to "Faifo". It has also been known by various other Vietnamese names, including Hải Phố, Hoài Phố, Hội Phố, and Hoa Phố. During
1428-405: Is the largest two-storey wooden building in the old town, at 57m long and 9m wide, with fronts at Nguyen Thai Hoc St and Bach Dang St. On the second floor, there are 490 artifacts, organised into four areas: plastic folk arts, performing folk arts, traditional occupations and artifacts related to the daily life of Hoi An residents. The Museum of Trade Ceramics is located at 80 Tran Phu Street, and
1512-456: Is the site of many of the province's factories. A smaller industrial zone is located in Tam Kỳ with factories producing electrical equipment, garments, and processed wood. Major industrial export products include leather shoes (US$ 51.26 million in 2007), garments (US$ 31.33 million), wooden products (US$ 8.587 million), and paper materials (US$ 2.136 million). Industrial products more oriented towards
1596-642: The Lê dynasty . However, the de jure submission of the Nguyễn lords to the Trịnh lords ended in 1600. The Nguyễn lords were members of the House of Nguyễn Phúc . While they recognized the authority of and claimed to be loyal subjects of the revival Lê dynasty, they were de facto rulers of southern Đại Việt. Meanwhile, the Trịnh lords ruled northern Đại Việt in the name of the Lê emperor, who
1680-448: The Nguyễn lords but declined gradually, especially under the Nguyễn dynasty and further in colonial Vietnam, when the economic focus shifted to the agriculture of the large river deltas. As the site contained several mountain passes, it has historically been a center for conflict between ruling powers and dynastic struggles. The site was the scene of heavy inter-dynastic fighting between
1764-1006: The Revival Lê dynasty and ancestors of Nguyễn dynasty 's emperors. The territory they ruled was known contemporarily as Đàng Trong (Inner Realm) and known by Europeans as Kingdom of Cochinchina and by Imperial China as Kingdom of Quảng Nam ( Vietnamese : Quảng Nam Quốc ; chữ Hán : 廣南國 ), in opposition to the Trịnh lords ruling northern Đại Việt as Đàng Ngoài (Outer Realm), known as Kingdom of Tonkin by Europeans and Kingdom of Annam ( Vietnamese : An Nam Quốc ; chữ Hán : 安南國 ) by Imperial China in bilateral diplomacy. They were officially called King of Nguyễn ( Vietnamese : Nguyễn Vương ; chữ Hán : 阮王 ) in 1744 when lord Nguyễn Phúc Khoát self-proclaimed himself to elevate his status equally to Trịnh lords's title known as King of Trịnh ( Vietnamese : Trịnh Vương ; chữ Hán : 鄭王 ). Both Nguyễn and Trịnh clans were de jure subordinates and fief of
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#17327811453171848-583: The Trịnh lords who ruled the north. As a result, Hội An flourished as a trading port and became the most important trade port on the South China Sea . Captain William Adams , the English sailor and confidant of Tokugawa Ieyasu , is known to have made one trading mission to Hội An in 1617 on a Red Seal Ship . The early Portuguese Jesuits also had one of their two residences at Hội An. Hội An
1932-963: The Trịnh–Nguyễn War and the point in which the Nguyen dynasty had escaped following their expulsion from their strongholds in the north. Its primary city of Hội An was destroyed and rebuilt during the Tay Son rebellion . The province of Quang Nam has historically served as a trade site and was a major port region in Southeast Asia for trading high-grade silk, fabrics, paper, porcelain, areca nuts, pepper, Chinese medicines, elephant tusks, beeswax, mother-of-pearl and lacquer. The Dutch brought Vietnamese slaves they captured from Nguyễn lord territories in Quảng Nam province to their colony in Taiwan . As
2016-493: The UNESCO Creative Cities Network list. Old Town Hội An, the city's historic district, is recognized as a well-preserved example of a Southeast Asian trading port dating from the 15th to the 19th century , its buildings and street plan reflecting a blend of indigenous and foreign influences. Prominent in the city's old town is its covered " Japanese Bridge ", dating to the 16th–17th century. Hội An
2100-578: The World Heritage Road which connects different World Heritage Sites in Central Vietnam. Another popular tourist site is Cu Lao Cham ( Cham Islands ). Nguy%E1%BB%85n lords The Nguyễn lords ( Vietnamese : Chúa Nguyễn , 主阮; 1558–1777, 1780–1802), also known as the Nguyễn clan ( Vietnamese : Nguyễn thị ; chữ Hán : 阮氏 ), were a feudal nobility clan that ruled southern part of Đại Việt during
2184-536: The highlands , as well as the inland countries of Laos and Thailand and its lowlands. In 1306, the Vietnamese and the Chams signed a land treaty, in which Cham king Jaya Simhavarman III gave Đại Việt the two provinces of Ô and Lý in exchange for a long-term peace and marriage with emperor Trần Nhân Tông 's daughter Huyền Trân . In 1471, Emperor Lê Thánh Tông of Đại Việt annexed Champa and Hội An became
2268-686: The 1990s. Between 1996 and 1999, nearly three hundred thousand artifacts were recovered by the excavation teams, that included the Vietnamese National Salvage Corporation and Oxford University’s Marine Archaeology Research Division. Another attraction is the Hoi An Lantern Full Moon Festival taking place every full moon cycle. The celebrations honour the ancestors. People exchange flowers, lanterns, candles, and fruits for prosperity and good fortune. The Hoi An Memories Show, performed at
2352-488: The Catholic Church represented a threat to their rule. De Rhodes was sentenced to death, but was allowed to leave Vietnam with the understanding he was to be executed if he returned. Quảng Nam Province was the site where fourth rank Chinese brigade vice-commander dushu Liu Sifu was shipwrecked after suffering a storm. He was taken back to Guangzhou, China by a Vietnamese Nguyễn ship in 1669. The Vietnamese sent
2436-641: The Champa period, it was named Lam Ap Pho. Between the 7th and 10th centuries, the Chams (people of Champa ) controlled the strategic spice trade and with this came increasing wealth. The early history of Hội An is that of the Chams. These Austronesian-speaking Malayo-Polynesian people created the Kingdom of Champa which occupied much of what is now central and lower Vietnam , from Huế to beyond Nha Trang . Various linguistic connections between Cham and
2520-669: The Chinese Zhao Wenbin to led the diplomatic delegation on the ship and requested the establishment of trade relations with the Qing court. Although they thanked the Nguyễn for sending their officer safely home, they rejected the Nguyễn's offer. On Champa's coastal waters in a place called Linlangqian by the Chinese a ship ran aground after departing on 25 Jun 1682 from Cambodia carrying Chinese captain Chang Xiaoguan with
2604-497: The Hoi An Impression Theme Park, is a large-scale outdoor theatrical performance that showcases the city's 400-year history. The show features over 500 performers on a 25,000-square-meter stage, depicting Hoi An's transformation from a rural village into a major Southeast Asian trading port. In 2019, Hoi An was listed as one of Vietnam's key culture-based tourist areas where rampant tourism growth "threatens
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2688-561: The Nguyen domination. The Nguyễn lords established the protectorate of Principality of Thuận Thành to wield power over the Cham court until Minh Mạng Emperor abolished it in 1832. The Nguyễn also invaded Cambodia in 1658, 1690, 1691, 1697 and 1713. Inscription on a Nguyễn cannon manufactured by Portuguese engineer and military advisor Juan de Cruz dating from 1670 reads "for the King and grand Lord of Cochinchina, Champa and of Cambodia." In 1714,
2772-469: The Nguyen in 1744 and the Cheongsam Chinese clothing inspired the áo dài . The current áo dài was introduced by the Nguyễn lords. Cham provinces were seized by the Nguyễn lords. Provinces and districts originally belonging to Cambodia were taken by Võ Vương . The Nguyễn lords waged multiple wars against Champa in 1611, 1629, 1653, 1692, and by 1693 the Cham leadership had succumbed to
2856-536: The Nguyễn sent an army into Cambodia to support Ang Em 's claim to the throne against Prea Srey Thomea . Siam sided with Prea Srey Thomea against the Vietnamese claimant. At Bantea Meas , the Vietnamese routed the Siamese armies, but by 1717 the Siamese had gained the upper hand. The war ended with a negotiated settlement, whereby Ang Em was allowed to take the Cambodia crown in exchange for pledging allegiance to
2940-595: The Siamese. For their part, the Nguyễn lords wrested more territory from the weakened Cambodian kingdom. Two decades later, in 1739, the Cambodians attempted to reclaim their lost coastal land. The fighting lasted some ten years, but the Vietnamese fended off the Cambodian raids and secured their hold on the rich Mekong Delta . With Siam embroiled in war with Burma , the Nguyễn mounted another campaign against Cambodia in 1755 and conquered additional territory from
3024-461: The Trịnh. According to Dupuy, the Nguyễn were able to defeat initial Trịnh attacks with the aid of advanced weapons they purchased from the Portuguese . The Nguyễn also conducted fairly extensive trade with Japan and China. The Portuguese set up a trade center at Faifo (present day Hội An ), just south of Huế in 1615. However, with the end of the great war between the Trịnh and the Nguyễn,
3108-526: The Tây Sơn army with a new army from Siam, having allied with the Siamese king Taksin. However, Taksin became a religious fanatic and was killed in a coup. The new king of Siam, Rama I had more urgent affairs to look after than helping Nguyễn Ánh retake Vietnam and so this campaign faltered. The Siamese army retreated, and Nguyễn Ánh went into exile, but would later return. The Nguyễn were significantly more open to foreign trade and communication with Europeans than
3192-552: The broth has been traditionally taken from the Ba Le Well, thought to have been built in the 10th century by the Chams . Other regional specialties include Mi quang noodles, Banh bao banh vac , Hoanh thanh , com ga (chicken with rice), bánh xèo , sweet corn soup and baby clam salad are also regional specialties. Chili sauce, Ớt Tương Triều Phát, is also produced locally. In addition, herbal teas with natural ingredients such as licorice, cinnamon, chamomile, lemongrass, etc. It
3276-443: The capital city; so, he agreed to a deal in order to keep Nguyễn Hoàng away from capital city. In 1558, Nguyễn Hoàng and family, relatives and his loyal generals moved to Thuận Hóa to take his position. Arriving at Triệu Phong District , he made the place his new capital and constructed a new palace. In March 1568, Emperor Lê Anh Tông summoned Hoàng for a meeting at Tây Đô and met Trịnh Kiểm at his personal mansion. He arranged for
3360-529: The capital to avoid further assassination aimed at him. Later, he asked his sister Nguyễn Thị Ngọc Bảo (wife of Trịnh Kiểm) to ask Kiểm to appoint him to be the governor of Đại Việt's southern frontier province of Thuận Hóa in what is modern-day Southern of Quảng Bình , Quảng Trị to Quảng Nam provinces, land that once belonged to kingdom of Champa . Back then, Thuận Hóa was still regarded as uncivilised land, and simultaneously, Trịnh Kiểm also sought to remove remaining power and influence of Nguyễn Hoàng in
3444-875: The city of Saigon . In 1673, the Nguyễn concluded a peace with the Trịnh lord Trịnh Tạc, beginning a long era of relative peace between north and south. When the war with the Trịnh ended, the Nguyễn were able to put more resources into suppressing the Champa kingdoms and conquest of lands which used to belong to the Khmer Empire . The Dutch brought Vietnamese slaves they captured from Nguyễn territories in Quảng Nam Province to their colony in Taiwan . The Nguyễn lord Nguyễn Phúc Chu referred to Vietnamese as "Han people" 漢人 (Hán nhân) in 1712 when differentiating between Vietnamese and Chams. The Nguyen Lords established frontier colonies, known as đồn điền after 1790. It
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3528-507: The civil war in Vietnam itself. The turmoil gave rise to the Tây Sơn . In 1771, as a result of heavy taxes and defeats in the war with Cambodia, three brothers from Tây Sơn began a peasant uprising that quickly engulfed much of southern Vietnam. Within two years, the Tây Sơn brothers captured the provincial capital of Qui Nhơn. In 1774, the Trịnh in Hà Nội, seeing their rival gravely weakened, ended
3612-534: The coast and increasingly high elevations towards the west, with the highest elevations along the border to Laos and Kon Tum province . The highest peak is Ngọc Linh mountain at 2598m. In contrast to the other provinces of the South Central Coast there are no hills or mountains near the coast (with the exception of the Chàm Islands with a peak of 517m). More than half of Quảng Nam's area
3696-425: The domestic market include fish sauce (3.69 million liters), bricks (253 million pieces), fabric (52.5 million meters), and hand farming tools (2 million pieces). Quang Nam has the biggest gas warehouse in the central area: Total Gas & Power Co. Ltd's Ky Ha gas warehouse. National Route 1 runs through the east of the province. Both Tam Kỳ and Chu Lai Economic Zone are located along this road, while Hội An
3780-406: The emperor to additionally appoint Hoàng governor of Quảng Nam province to keep him faithful to Kiểm to join an alliance against Mạc dynasty in the north. In 1636, Nguyễn Hoàng moved his base to Phú Xuân (modern Huế). Nguyễn Hoàng slowly expanded his territory further south, while the Trịnh lords continued their war with the Mạc dynasty to control over northern Vietnam. In 1592, Đông Đô ( Hanoi )
3864-522: The global calendar of must-visit festivals. Qu%E1%BA%A3ng Nam Province Quảng Nam is known for being a tourist destination in the Hội An cultural site, alongside an export and manufacturing hub within central Vietnam. Human habitation in the province has been continuous for 2,200 years, starting with the Sa Huỳnh culture . Quảng Nam was once the political and near the geographic centre of Champa and
3948-538: The heritage from tourism. Owing to the increased number of tourists visiting Hoi An a variety of activities are emerging that allow guests to get out of the old quarter and explore by motorbike, bicycle, kayak, or motorboat. The Thu Bon River is still essential to the region more than 500 years after António de Faria first navigated it and it remains an essential form of food production and transport. As such kayak and motorboat rides are becoming an increasingly common tourist activity. This longtime trading port city offers
4032-403: The hot temperature of summer, Dương Chấp Nhất treated Kim with a watermelon. After the party, Kim felt ill after returning home and died the same day. Dương Chấp Nhất later returned to the Mạc dynasty. The records of the Đại Việt sử ký toàn thư and Đại Nam thực lục both suggest that Dương Chấp Nhất tried to assassinate the emperor Lê Trang Tông by pretending to surrender. However, the plot
4116-477: The hundred-year truce and launched an attack against the Nguyễn from the north. The Trịnh forces quickly overran the Nguyễn capital in 1774, while the Nguyễn lords fled south to Saigon . The Nguyễn fought against both the Trịnh army and the Tây Sơn, but their effort was in vain. By 1777, Gia Định was captured and nearly the entire Nguyễn family was killed except one nephew, Nguyễn Ánh , who managed to flee to Siam. Nguyễn Ánh did not give up, and in 1780 he attacked
4200-517: The ineffective Cambodian court. At the end of the war the Nguyễn had secured a port on the Gulf of Siam ( Hà Tiên ) and were threatening Phnom Penh itself. Under their new king Taksin , the Siamese reasserted its protection of its eastern neighbor by coming to the aid of the Cambodian court. War was launched against the Nguyễn in 1769. After some early success, the Nguyễn forces by 1773 were facing internal revolts and had to abandon Cambodia to deal with
4284-420: The main driving force of Quảng Nam's economy in the first decade of the century. In 2010 it contributed 40.1% to the provincial GDP, up from just 25.3% in 2000 and employed 99,600 workers in 2007, compared to 51,600 in 2000. Industrial GDP has increased 2.48 times between 2000 and 2007 and continues to grow at around 20%. Chu Lai Economic Zone is located in the south of the province along National Road 1 and
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#17327811453174368-409: The median value of provinces in Vietnam. The value is much higher and significantly better than the median for provincially managed roads: 87.68%. Only 29% of respondents to a survey of businesses in 2009 stated that road quality is good or very good (slightly above the median). Vietnam's North–South railway runs through the provinces. Some, but not all, trains stop at Tam Kỳ railway station serving
4452-445: The national average. Quảng Nam's economy has been diversified significantly during the first decade of the 21st century. Agriculture, forestry, and fishery made up 41.5% of the province's GDP in 2000 but only 21.4% in 2010. This is only a relative decline. Growth of the first sector has been positive but overshadowed by industrial and service growth. It was between 2 and 4% between 2000 and 2007 and 4.5% in 2010. The vast majority of
4536-544: The need for European military equipment declined. The Portuguese trade center never became a major European base unlike Goa or Macau . In 1640, Alexandre de Rhodes returned to Vietnam, this time to the Nguyễn court at Huế. He began work on converting people to the Catholic faith and building churches. After six years, the Nguyễn Lord, Nguyễn Phúc Lan , came to the same conclusion as Trịnh Tráng had, that de Rhodes and
4620-468: The new centre of trade, and with maintenance difficulties, the tramway ended its operations. In May 1945, a group of 11 civilians of the resistance movement, including the composer La Hoi , were executed by the Japanese imperial army. In August, Hoi An became one of the earliest towns to seize power. Local historians also say that Hội An lost its status as a desirable trade port due to the silting up of
4704-537: The next successor of the Trịnh, Trịnh Tráng . The war lasted until 1673, when peace was declared. The Nguyễn not only fended off Trịnh attacks but also continued their expansion southwards along the coast, although the northern war slowed this expansion. Around 1620, Nguyễn Phúc Nguyên's daughter married Chey Chettha II , a Khmer king. Three years later, in 1623, the Nguyễn formally gained permission for Vietnamese to settle in Prey Nokor, which would later be known as
4788-471: The original settlers on the Hội An site—dating to over 2000 years ago. This museum is considered to be the most unusual collection of Sa Huỳnh artefacts in Vietnam. The Precious Heritage Art Gallery Museum is located at 26 Phan Boi Chau. It includes a 500m2 display of photos and artifacts collected by Réhahn during the past 10 years of the French photographer's explorations of Vietnam. The Hội An Museum ,
4872-454: The output of other crops has been increased: peanuts from 10,700t to 16,900t, rubber from 0t to 186t, pepper from 22t to 205t, and cashew nuts from 362t to 2345t. Given the recent significant expansion of rubber plantations, this crop is likely to grow further. So far, only peanut cultivation is significant in a national context, making up 3.35% of national output, while the other non-cereal crops contribute less than 1%. Industrial GDP has been
4956-476: The province was gifted in 1307 in exchange for a marriage to a Vietnamese or Dai Viet princess. For some time both the most powerful city-state and the busiest Cham port (at Hội An ) were located in what is now Quảng Nam. Trade in luxury goods from the Central Highlands was the basis of this wealth and power. As a result of warfare with Vietnam, the centre of political power of the Cham shifted south to Vijaya . The trade in luxuries continued for some time under
5040-564: The provincial capital Tam Kỳ . Da Nang International Airport is located in Da Nang just north of Quảng Nam. Another airport, Chu Lai Airport is located in Núi Thành district in the south of the province near Quảng Ngãi province , serving Chu Lai Economic Zone. The province has two UNESCO World Heritage Sites : the ancient town of Hội An and the Mỹ Sơn temple complex. It also lies on
5124-467: The related Jarai language and the Austronesian languages of Indonesia (particularly Acehnese ), Malaysia , and Hainan have been documented. In the early years, Mỹ Sơn was the spiritual capital, Trà Kiệu was the political capital and Hội An was the commercial capital of the Chams, they later moved further down towards Nha Trang . The river system was used for the transport of goods between
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#17327811453175208-472: The remainder of the Mạc clan. In 1600, Lê Kính Tông ascended the throne. Just like the previous Lê emperors, the new emperor was a powerless figurehead under the control of Trịnh Tùng . Apart from this, a revolt broke out in Ninh Bình province , possibly instigated by the Trịnh. As a consequence of these events, Nguyễn Hoàng formally broke off relations with the court in the north, rightly arguing that it
5292-649: The rich tapestry of Vietnamese traditions. Visitors to the Hoi An Lantern Festival can expect a plethora of activities and experiences that cater to all ages and preferences. As the sun sets, the town's streets come alive with the soft glow of lanterns. One of the highlights is the ritual of releasing floating lanterns on the Thu Bon River, symbolizing the sending away of worries and bad luck, and welcoming good fortune. Traditional music and dance performances are held at various locations throughout
5376-487: The rise of an ancient Cham city state that was once Champa's most influential city and also included one of its most important commercial ports at Hội An . Quảng Nam subdivided into 18 district-level sub-divisions: They are further subdivided into 13 commune-level towns (or townlets), 213 communes, and 18 wards. Quảng Nam has two famous traditional products: the world's highest essential oil content Trà My cinnamon (aka Saigon Cinnamon ) and Ngọc Linh ginseng . Quảng Nam
5460-462: The river mouth. The result was that Hội An remained almost untouched by the changes to Vietnam over the next 200 years. The efforts to revive the city were only done in the 1990s by a Polish architect and conservator from Lublin and influential cultural educator, Kazimierz Kwiatkowski , who finally brought back Hội An to the world. There is a statue of the Polish architect in the city, and remains
5544-504: The short season from May to the end of August, which is the high season for domestic tourism. In 1999 the old town was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO as a well-preserved example of a Southeast Asian trading port of the 15th to 19th centuries, with buildings that display a blend of local and foreign influences. According to the UNESCO Impact Report 2008 on Hội An, there are challenges for stakeholders to protect
5628-482: The sustainability". Excessive tourism in the past has also damaged the eco-system of Chàm Islands-Hội An Marine Protected Area. The city has four museums highlighting the history of the region. These museums are managed by the Hoi An Center for Cultural Heritage Management and Preservation. Entrance to the museum is permitted with a Hoi An Entrance Ticket. The Museum of History and Culture, at 13 Nguyen Hue St,
5712-402: The town, providing insight into Vietnam's artistic heritage. Furthermore, visitors can indulge in a delectable array of street food, from savory dishes to sweet treats, making the festival a true culinary delight. Hoi An Lantern Festival continues to capture the hearts and imagination of all who partake, ensuring that this captivating event remains an integral part of Hoi An's cultural identity and
5796-559: The work force is still employed in this sector: 524,700 out of 778,300 as of 2007 (down from 548,700 in 2000). Harvests of rice, which takes up 75% of the agricultural area, has increased from 329,900 tons in 2000 to 395,100 tons in 2007 (1.1% of the national rice output). The cultivation of industrial crops has experienced a significant transformation. The production of some crops has declined significantly: sugar cane from 170,400t in 2000 to 46,500t in 2007, tobacco from 2200t to 900t, tea from 1935t to 821t, and coconut from 8741t to 3675t, while
5880-414: The year, the festival showcases Hoi An's rich heritage, featuring a stunning display of thousands of lanterns illuminating the ancient town and the serene Thu Bon River. The Hoi An Lantern Festival holds a special place in the hearts of locals and visitors alike. It serves as a platform to celebrate Vietnam's culture and heritage, fostering a sense of community and unity. During the festival, the entire town
5964-422: The year: rainy and dry seasons, with a warm average temperature of 29 °C during the year. The hottest period is from June to August when the highest temperature can reach 38 °C during day time. November to January are the coldest months, with an average temperature of 20 °C. The rainy season lasts from September to January with heavy rains which can cause floods and affect tourism. The city's dry season
6048-451: Was a divided town with the Japanese settlement across the " Japanese Bridge ", constructed in the 16th-17th century. The bridge (Chùa Cầu) is a unique covered structure built by Japanese merchants, the only known covered bridge with a Buddhist temple attached on one side. In the 18th century, Hội An was considered by Chinese and Japanese merchants to be the best destination for trading in all of Southeast Asia. The city also rose to prominence as
6132-552: Was established in 1995, in a restored wooden building, originally built around 1858. The items originating from Persia, China, Thailand, India and other countries are proof of the importance of Hội An as a major trading port in South East Asia. The Museum of Sa Huỳnh Culture , is located at 149 Tran Phu Street. Established in 1994, this museum displays a collection of over 200 artifacts from the Sa Huỳnh culture—considered to be
6216-427: Was in reality a puppet ruler . They fought a series of long and bitter wars that pitted the two halves of Vietnam against each other. The Nguyễn were finally overthrown in the Tây Sơn wars , but one of their descendants would eventually come to unite all of Vietnam. Their rule consolidated earlier southward expansion into Champa and pushed southwest into Cambodia . The Nguyễn lords traced their descent from
6300-410: Was installed as figurehead, while true authority lay in the hands of Nguyễn Kim . In 1543, Nguyễn Kim captured Thanh Hóa from Mạc loyalists. Dương Chấp Nhất, commander of Mạc forces in the region, decided to surrender his troops to the advancing Nguyễn forces. When Kim seized Tây Đô citadel and was on route to attack Ninh Bình , in 20 May 1545, Dương Chấp Nhất invited Kim to visit his military camp. In
6384-481: Was married to the Trịnh clan leader, Trịnh Kiểm . After several unsuccessful revolts, they had to exile in Xam Neua ( Kingdom of Lan Xang ) and settle the exile government at there to reorganize arm forces to fight back Mạc dynasty . In 1533, Lê dynasty was restored and managed to recaptured the southern part of country. However, The authority of Lê emperor was not fully restored as restored emperor Lê Trang Tông
6468-421: Was opposed to foreign trade. In 1775, Hội An had been the battleground between the Trịnh army and Tây Sơn rebels, where the city was destroyed in the process. Then, with the triumph of Emperor Gia Long , he repaid the French for their aid by giving them exclusive trade rights to the nearby port town of Đà Nẵng . Between 1907 and 1915, Tramway de l’Îlot de l’Observatoire operated from Đà Nẵng. As Đà Nẵng became
6552-579: Was originally a pagoda, built in the 17th century by Minh Huong villagers to worship the Guanyin , and is adjacent to the Guan Yu temple. It contains original relics from the Sa Huynh, Champa, Dai Viet and Dai Nam periods, tracing the history of Hoi An's inhabitants from its earliest settlers through to French colonial times. The Hoi An Folklore Museum, at 33 Nguyen Thai Hoc Street, was opened in 2005, and
6636-515: Was recaptured by the Trịnh–Nguyễn army by lord Trịnh Tùng and the Mạc emperor Mạc Kinh Chi was executed. The remnant Mạc clan fled to Cao Bằng and would survive there until finally conquered in 1677 by the Trịnh lords (though they had surrendered the imperial dignities in 1627 to the Trịnh-controlled imperial court). The next year, Nguyễn Hoàng came north with an army and money to help defeat
6720-432: Was said "Hán di hữu hạn" 漢夷有限 (" the Vietnamese and the barbarians must have clear borders ") by Gia Long, unifying emperor of all Vietnam, when differentiating between Khmer and Vietnamese. Nguyễn Phúc Khoát ordered Chinese-style trousers and tunics in 1774 to replace sarong-type Vietnamese clothing. He also ordered Ming, Tang, and Han-style clothing to be adopted by his military and bureaucracy. Pants were mandated by
6804-446: Was set up in Hội An . By 1615, the Nguyễn were producing their own bronze cannons with the aid of Portuguese engineers. In 1620, the emperor was removed from power and executed by Trịnh Tùng. Nguyễn Phúc Nguyên formally announced that he would not be sending any tax to the central government nor did he acknowledge the new emperor as the emperor of the country. Tensions rose over the next seven years until open warfare broke out in 1627 with
6888-526: Was split into two in 1962, with the southern half known as Quảng Tín province . The province was also the site of heavy fighting during the Vietnam War , until it was captured in the Hue–Da Nang Campaign . The two provinces were merged again after unification in 1976. In 1997 its former capital city of Da Nang was separated into its own administrative entity. Quảng Nam comprises flat land along
6972-532: Was the Trịnh who ruled, not the Lê emperor. This uneasy state of affairs continued for the next 13 years until Nguyễn Hoàng died in 1613. He had ruled the southern provinces for 55 years. His successor, Nguyễn Phúc Nguyên , continued Nguyễn Hoàng's policy of essential independence from the court in Hanoi . He initiated friendly relations with the Europeans who were now sailing into the area. A Portuguese trading post
7056-459: Was unsuccessful, and then he changed his target to Nguyễn Kim, who was in charge of power and the military. After the death of Kim, the imperial government was plunged into chaos. Kim's eldest son Nguyễn Uông initially took power, but he was soon secretly assassinated by his brother-in-law Trịnh Kiểm who assumed control of the government. Kim's second son Nguyễn Hoàng feared that he would face same fate as his brother; hence, he attempted to flee
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