Phung Hung Ancient House
Historic Building in Hoi An
Built in 1780 during the thriving urban phase of Hoi An, the Old House of Phung Hung was initially established as a trading shop dealing in various forest products including cinnamon, pepper, salt, silk, chinaware, and glassware. The name “Phung Hung” translates to prosperity and success, mirroring the original owner’s hopes for the business.
The Phung Hung Ancient House greets visitors with a spacious entrance hall that is beautifully decorated with elegant lanterns, wall hangings, and embroidery, showcasing the house’s intricate craftsmanship and enduring appeal. It features a balcony that offers sweeping views of the area and includes a remarkable suspended altar. This balcony is a favored spot for photography, managed carefully to maintain safety and manage the flow of visitors.
The architectural style of the house is a distinctive mix of Vietnamese, Japanese, and Chinese influences. The balcony and door systems display the Chinese architectural style, the roof known as the “Four Sea” style adds a Japanese element, and the upper floor’s round-shaped roofs, resembling a turtle shell, are distinctly Chinese. The structure is supported by 80 columns crafted from valuable wood, each resting on a lotus-shaped base designed to reduce subsidence, ward off moisture, and prevent termite damage.
Additional features of the house include its adaptable design, which addresses the seasonal flooding challenges. Shuttered doors lead to a garret to ease the transportation of goods to higher levels during the rainy season, while the strategic layering of yin and yang tiles enhances air circulation throughout the building.
Today, the house is maintained by the eighth-generation descendant of the original Vietnamese merchant family, who continues to live in and uphold the heritage of this architectural treasure.
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Visiting Phung Hung Ancient House
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