Electric
bicycles, motorbikes and all means of motorized transport will not be
allowed on the streets in Hoi An on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays
from 8 a.m to 11 a.m, 2.30 p.m to 4.30 p.m, and 7 p.m to 9 p.m,
according to Mr. Truong Van Bay, deputy chairman of the People’s
Committee of Hoi An.
People
must leave their means of transport at parking lots outside the town
before entering. The walking town is only for pedestrians, wheelchairs
and other means of motorless transport.The
local authorities hope to bring quiet and a comfortable atmosphere to
visitors as well as to preserve the ancient architecture of the town.
The
walking town is expected to be a popular feature of Hoi An. It reflects
not only the architecture, but is also related to urban society and
culture, trade development and tourism in the town.
