This is a UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for it's mercantile history, varied architecture, and paper lanterns.

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City Walk: Upon entry to the Ancient Town, you get a packet of tickets. The tickets allow you entry into sites such as temples, gathering halls, and merchants homes.

The town had a history of flooding. Merchants would use lifts to raise goods into the attic.
The boar rides become popular at night
Coiled incense hangs like lamp shades.

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The Hoianian: Riverfront wine bar and restaurant. Most of the bars offer 2 for 1 drink happy hours. A mojito is a nice change from beer.
Pro Tip: All the places along the water get very busy for dinner so a cocktail upstairs is reserved at that time for guests eating dinner. Make reservations if you want a later meal with a view.