Phung Hung Old House was built during the period when Hoi An was a major international trading port. The house belonged to a wealthy merchant family who traded with China, Japan, and Europe.
The building's architecture reflects a fusion of three cultures: Vietnamese, Chinese, and Japanese. This is expressed in the building's structure, carved wooden elements, and the layout of the interior spaces.
Particular attention was paid to the building's resilience to floods, which periodically occur in the region. The house is constructed using timber structures, allowing it to "breathe" and withstand climatic conditions.
Inside, original interior elements have been preserved, including furniture, decorative details and household items that belonged to the family.
Today, Phung Hung Old House is a living museum, allowing visitors to experience the real life of Hoi An's merchant elite in centuries past.
