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Hoi An left deserted amid Covid-19 spread

The popular heritage town of Hoi An in the central province of Quang Nam has become deserted following local authorities’ suspension of many services as part of Covid-19 prevention efforts.

The popular heritage town of Hoi An in the central province of Quang Nam has become deserted following local authorities’ suspension of many services as part of Covid-19 prevention efforts.

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There is no longer the bustling atmosphere in the town

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All local restaurants and cafés have been closed between March 28 and April 15. 


After the period, the re-opening will be considered based on the epidemic situation. According to Quang Nam Province’s Tourism Association, around 95% of business services in Hoi An ancient town have been closed.

Many people said modern-day Hoi An felt like the locality 20 years ago.

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Boats on Hoai River left idle 


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Most of shops on streets such as Tran Phu, Nguyen Thai Hoc and Nguyen Thi Minh Khai have been suspended 


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Hoi An’s night market 

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Le Van Hoang, a local resident, said that he had never seen such a quiet atmosphere in the city over the past ten years. 


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Only a few foreigners are seen on local streets

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Shops that provide boat services are also closed

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Beaches have been suspended from March 29 


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Covid-19 prevention and control messages on local streets

Source: dtinews.vn
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