Stunning photos of an ancient Vietnamese town

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Stunning photos of an ancient Vietnamese town

Sarah Schmalbruch, Feb. 15, 2017, 2:40 PM, http://www.thisisinsider.com/h...-town-vietnam-2017-2

Photographer Réhahn has spent the last eight years photographing Vietnam, from its vanishing tribes to its cities, like Hoi An.

In an effort to help preserve Vietnam's culture, Réhahn has opened the Precious Heritage Museum in Hoi An and published a book, "Vietnam, Mosaics of Contrast."

Below are some of the photos he took while exploring Hoi An Ancient Town, one of the oldest neighborhoods in the city, and a place where time seems to stand still.

Keep scrolling to see the town's breathtaking scenery and the locals who walk its narrow streets.

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Hoi An Ancient Town is a trading port that dates back to the 15th century.

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It's also a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Click here to learn more from UNESCO >

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The port sits along the coast in the middle of Vietnam, right on the mouth of the Thu Bon River.

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Its bright yellow buildings are incredibly well-preserved.

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The architecture serves as evidence of the melting pot of cultures the ancient town has always been.

9/1/178:28 PM

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It's home to Chinese, Japanese, and European influences.

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The buildings are tightly packed...

9/1/178:29 PM

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...and surrounded by narrow streets and alleys.

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Most of the buildings' backs face the river, making it easy for boats to make deliveries.

9/1/178:31 PM

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Bicycles are a common mode of transportation...

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...both for locals and tourists.

9/1/178:32 PM

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Réhahn refers to the ancient town as a "haven for photography."

9/1/178:33 PM

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He says it's thanks to the "illuminating colors."

9/1/178:33 PM

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And the friendly locals.

9/1/178:34 PM

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He says the best time to photograph the town is at 5:30am, when everyone wakes up and sweeps their sidewalks as they start their day.

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Sunsets are just as beautiful.

9/1/178:35 PM

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Réhahn says capturing a good photo is all about being willing to wait.

9/1/178:36 PM

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"Basically, a photographer needs to have patience and if he has that, he can catch the right subject for the backdrop."

9/1/178:37 PM

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SEE ALSO:Stunning photos of the vanishing tribes of Vietnam

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