Malaysian tourist explores Hoi An, one of Vietnam's ancient towns, on bicycle

The writer (second from left) and her family at the iconic Golden Bridge in Ba Na Hills.

My family and I went to Hoi An in Vietnam recently for three nights. The trip was organised by my daughter Adeline, and included visits to many interesting places.

I had never heard of Hoi An before the trip and was surprised to discover that it is actually a Unesco World Heritage Site. Hoi An was once an important port during the first half of the 17th century. This ancient town is remarkably well preserved, and is somewhat akin to our very own Melaka.