Impact of COVID-19 pandemic leaves Hoi An quiet amid tourism season

Each year Hoi An Old Quarter usually receives foreign travelers between November and December.

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However, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic coupled with recent spells of flooding has led to the number of tourists visiting the central city to endure a sharp decrease.

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The drop in visitor numbers means tourists can easily snap photos close to popular sites such as Cau (Bridge) Pagoda.

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Cau (Bridge) Pagoda has been open again for more than one week following the removal of measures implemented due to local flooding.

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No boats can be seen traveling on the Hoai river despite tourists being offered great discounts.

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Usually a bustling transport hub, only one person can be seen riding their bicycle on the bridge across the Hoai river.

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Many of Hoi An’s historical relic sites are now welcoming guests.

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Few customers can be seen in a sweet soup store.

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Many places are still in the process of being repaired.

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Plenty of locations are now closed, with signs up advertising space for rent.

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Nguyen Thai Hoc street remains strangely quiet.

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Upon reopening following the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions, coffee shops offer discounts, but these efforts fail to attract customers.

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Mr. Trung, a tourist from Hanoi, says this is the first time he can purchase a drink in Hoi An Old Quarter without needing to queue up.

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The central province of Quang Nam will offer a 50% discount on entrance tickets to Hoi An Old Quarter and its craft villages until June 30, 2021.

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Young travelers take this rare opportunity to enjoy peace throughout the central city.

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Guests can easily take selfies in famous sightseeing spots.

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Hoi An appears strangely subdued at night.

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Impact of COVID-19 pandemic leaves Hoi An quiet amid tourism season