Japanese Pagoda Bridge in Hoian
Japanese Pagoda Bridge is one of highlights for visit in ancient town of Hoian. It was recognized as National Heritage since 1990s by Vietnam's government.
It has been maintained over 6 times but the architecture is still intact as the beginning with Japanese influence. The wooden bridge under the tiled roof is fixed by wooden panels. Statutes of dogs and monkeys are placed on two ends of the bridge may mean that the bridge was built in the year of monkey and fined in the year of dog, or just they are beloved animals in Japanese culture.
The Saint in pagoda protect sailors when they are on long journey of trading to Vietnam. Legendary, the construction of Japanese Pagoda Bridge is like an obstacle to control the harm from sea monster, and bring happiness and peace to the locals and traders.
Source: Vietindo Travel