Around Nhà An Duy Xuyen
My Son, Tra Kieu, Ma Chau silk village, Ban Thach mat village and the Tra Ly lotus season: ideas for exploring around the Nhà An garden house on the Thu Bon River, plus a half-day itinerary for slow travelers.
The land
Duy Xuyen is a rural district of the Quang region and, since July 1, 2025, part of Da Nang City. The My Son temple complex sits right here, and Hoi An's old town is only a short ride away. Both were recognized by UNESCO as World Cultural Heritage sites in 1999.
Between the two, the Thu Bon River has built up lush cornfields and sedge meadows, and in the old days there were mulberry fields for silkworms too. Nhà An Duy Xuyen is a garden house by the river, on the road from Hoi An up to My Son. The street number will be announced later, so the distances on this page are only estimates.
Nearby places
From Champa heritage to riverside craft villages. Opening hours and ticket prices may change, so please check the latest information before you go.
A valley of Champa temple towers, built and restored from about the 4th to the 13th century. Come early while it's cool, when slanting sunlight warms the brick walls.
Xem thêmResearchers identify this as Simhapura (the Lion Citadel), the early capital of Champa. Very little remains above ground; many artifacts are now in the Da Nang Museum of Cham Sculpture.
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Growing mulberry, raising silkworms and weaving silk goes back about five centuries. The looms are no longer as many as they once were, but a few workshops still let you watch thread become cloth.
Xem thêmSedge fields by the river, and strands dyed red, green and purple spread across every yard; each loom takes two people working together. Nearby you will find a few old brick kilns in the fields; much of the land is private, so ask before going in to take photos.
A lotus field in the countryside of Duy Son, about 30 km from Hoi An's old town. The lotus blooms from about May to August and looks best around 6–9 a.m., while dew still clings to the leaves.
The mother river of the Quang region, gentlest in the late afternoon over the sandbanks. In the second lunar month, the Lady Thu Bon Festival brings a water procession and boat races on the river.
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Follow the Thu Bon toward Cua Dai and you reach the old town, water coconut forest and the way out to the islands.
An old trading port of wooden houses, yellow walls and lanterns, where Nhà An Hoi An is opening soon. See our tips for strolling the old town.
Xem thêmA water coconut forest in brackish water near the sea. Glide through the palm fronds in a basket boat (thúng chai), and remember to wear a life jacket.
Xem thêmA cluster of islands about 15 km from Cua Dai, reached by speedboat from the Cua Dai pier. Trips depend on the weather, so ask about boat schedules first.
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Counted from central Duy Xuyen; travel times are only estimates. Prefer an afternoon trip? Visit the craft villages first, then head to the riverbank for sunset.
Once open, Nhà An Duy Xuyen is open 24/7. Have a pot of garden ginger tea or hot oolong, plus a fresh-baked pastry for the road.
Pass through Tra Kieu and fields still wet with dew. If it's still dark, turn on your lights and go slowly.
Arrive just as the site opens (check the latest hours), ride the electric cart close to the tower groups, then walk for about two hours.
Pause in the land that was once the early Champa capital and listen to the story of the Lion Citadel.
Watch the weavers, ask about the craft and pick out a small silk scarf as a gift.
Back at Nhà An for a country-style vegetarian meal, garden vegetable soup and a bowl of sweet corn pudding (chè bắp), then a midday rest in the Nhà An Cozy Corner.
Festivals & best seasons
Village festivals follow the lunar calendar, so they fall on a different solar date each year.
The Lady Chiem Son Festival (10th–12th of the first month) in Chiem Son village: a royal decree procession, bài chòi folk singing, lion dances and a country market. A national intangible cultural heritage since 2025.
The Lady Thu Bon Festival (10th–12th of the second month): water procession, boat races, floating lanterns, hát bội classical opera and bài chòi. Also a national intangible cultural heritage.
Dry season with clear skies, ideal for My Son and the craft villages. On scorching summer days, go early in the morning or late in the afternoon.
Tra Ly lotus season. Enjoy the lotus in the morning light; please don't pick the flowers or wade into the villagers' fields.
Rainy season in central Vietnam, with floods usually peaking around October–November. Check the weather forecast and river water levels before you go.
Little tips
A garden house on the Thu Bon River, on the road from Hoi An up to My Son, near Ma Chau silk village. The street number and opening date will be announced on the website and on Zalo 0865 920 041.
My Son is about 40 km from Hoi An's old town, roughly an hour's ride depending on the road and your vehicle. The route passes through Duy Xuyen, so it's easy to stop at Tra Kieu, Ma Chau or rest at Nhà An.
From about February to August the weather is dry, and from May to August you also get the Tra Ly lotus season. September to December is the rainy season, with floods often rising in October–November, so check the forecast before you go.
Yes. Once open, Nhà An Duy Xuyen is open 24/7 with all 4 zones like every branch: the Smooth-Flow Meeting Room, Nhà An Cozy Corner, Deadline Room and Chatter Courtyard, with fast wifi and power outlets at every seat.
Nhà An Duy Xuyen is being finished and opening soon. Reserve a table for your group in advance, and Nhà An will call back to confirm.
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