Khám phá vẻ đẹp cổ kính của Nhà cổ Đức An tại Hội An

Nhà cổ Đức An là một trong những ngôi nhà cổ được bảo tồn và mở cửa đón khách tham quan tại khu phố cổ Hội An. Nơi này thu hút không chỉ bởi kiến trúc phương Đông độc đáo mà còn chứa đựng nhiều câu chuyện lịch sử sâu sắc.

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Ngôi nhà cổ lịch sử hơn 180 năm (ẢNH ST)

Nhà cổ Đức An is situated at 129 Tran Phu Street, right in the heart of the ancient town of Hoi An. Its close proximity to the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge has drawn significant attention from visitors. With an impressive age exceeding 180 years, this house exudes ancient charm and tranquility, reflecting the passage of time and preserving cultural nuances in every detail.

This is not only the pride of the house owner but also of the entire Hoi An town (Photo ST)

Not only maintaining the overall condition of the house, but even the small objects inside, such as feather pens or inkwells, are carefully preserved by the owner. This demonstrates not only dedication to ancestral traditions but also provides visitors with a more authentic insight into the ancient cultural heritage of this place.

To date, six generations have lived in this house, and every year it undergoes meticulous restoration to preserve the almost pristine beauty of bygone eras.

The antique ambiance inside the house is meticulously preserved (Photo ST)

Unique Architectural Features

Đức An ancient house blends ancient Vietnamese architecture with Chinese style. Its overall size is quite spacious for a house in the center of the old town. With a length of 39m and a width of 7m, it follows a tube-shaped structure with a central courtyard.

Antique Eastern architecture (Photo ST)

The house front showcases a triple-door system. In the middle is the main entrance, flanked by two large windows, positioned about 70 – 80 centimeters above the ground. Notably, the entire front facade is crafted from wood, enhancing the antique charm from the first glance. Unlike other ancient houses, the three doors here are quite unique. The main door features shorter panels, not exceeding the height of an adult. The two side doors, on the other hand, abandon door panels in favor of horizontally arranged wooden planks, locally known as 'cửa ván xáng.'

Distinctive doors of the house (Photo ST)

Similar to other ancient houses in Hoi An, Duc An ancient house is roofed with the familiar yin and yang tiles. Beneath these tiles, the framework, and house ceiling are entirely constructed from wood, remaining sturdy and resilient over hundreds of years.

Wooden artifacts within the house (Photo ST)

A distinctive feature of this house's structure is that it is predominantly built with wood, specifically 'kiềng kiềng' wood found exclusively in the Quang Nam region. With this type of wood, the house can withstand the hot and humid climate of this sunny and windy Central land.

Furthermore, the house harnesses natural light, blending nature into its structure.

Natural space at Duc An ancient house (Photo ST)

Historical meanings enduring through time

Not only embodying cultural significance and the beauty of ancient architecture, Duc An ancient house is also a crucial witness tied to the name of comrade Cao Hong Lanh in our country's past resistance war.

Remnants preserved from revolutionary soldiers (Photo ST)

During that time, this was the meeting place for soldiers and patriotic youth. Until 1925 – 1926, this house officially became a gathering and discussion point for patriotic intellectuals. Thus, this place has preserved many works of the famous patriot Phan Chau Trinh during the Duy Tan movement, and notably includes many famous historical publications such as Tan The Ky, Dong Phap thoi bao…

Antique bookshelf meticulously preserved by later generations (Photo ST)

Therefore, this place is considered as a starting point and a place that illuminates the patriotism of the people in Central Vietnam, playing a significant role in our country's victory.

Thus, Duc An ancient house is undoubtedly a must-visit destination in Hoi An. Come here to feel the beauty of history hidden in every object!