Hoi An by Night: a photoblog

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Glowing bikes

The ancient port of Hoi An is beautiful at any time of day, but at night it comes alive with an entirely different atmosphere - a riot of lights, lanterns, noises and smells that cannot fail to make a lasting impression.

These photos were taken on my recent visit to Hoi An, when I was lucky enough to take a street food tour of the town and its environs on the back of a vintage Vespa!

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Street food seller

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