Hoi An: Restored Japanese Covered Bridge opens to the public

A project to restore Chua Cau, also known as Japanese Covered Bridge — an iconic bridge and architectural symbol of Hoi An, was inaugurated on August 3 after 19 months of restoration.
Delegates cut the ribbon to inaugurate the restored Japanese Covered Bridge.
Delegates cut the ribbon to inaugurate the restored Japanese Covered Bridge.

This is one of the activities to celebrate the 25 years since Hoi An Ancient Town was recognised by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage (on December 4, 1999-2024).

The ceremony was attended by Ta Van Ha, Vice Chairman of the National Assembly (NA)'s Committee for Culture and Education; representatives from central agencies, Japanese agencies, and units; representatives of leaders of Quang Nam Province and Hoi An City; scientists, researchers, and consultants; and a large number of local people and tourists.

Pham Phu Ngoc, Director of the Hoi An Cultural Heritage Management and Conservation Centre, said that up to now, the investment scale and work items have been implemented and basically completed according to the approved design.

The project to restore the Chua Cau relic (which started on December 28, 2022) has received a total investment of 20.2 billion VND, with 50% coming from the Quang Nam provincial budget and 50% from the Hoi An City budget.

Phan Thai Binh, Standing Vice Chairman of the Quang Nam Provincial People's Committee, speaks at the inauguration ceremony.

Phan Thai Binh, Standing Vice Chairman of the Quang Nam Provincial People's Committee, speaks at the inauguration ceremony.

Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, Phan Thai Binh, Standing Vice Chairman of the Quang Nam Provincial People's Committee, acknowledged and highly appreciated the contributions of all organisations, individuals, and artisans who have participated in the Chua Cau relic restoration project.

Hoi An City leaders present certificates of merit to collectives and individuals with outstanding achievements in the restoration of the Japanese Covered Bridge.

Hoi An City leaders present certificates of merit to collectives and individuals with outstanding achievements in the restoration of the Japanese Covered Bridge.

On the occasion, Hoi An City leaders presented certificates of merit to four collectives and six individuals with outstanding achievements in the restoration of the Japanese Covered Bridge.

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