9 Beautiful Towns You Need To Visit

Published July 29, 2015

Updated December 19, 2021

Hoi An, Vietnam

Once a thriving port town, Hoi An would probably look much different today had the Thu Bon River not silted over in the 19th century. Now, it is virtually traffic and air pollution free, as well as boasting some very grand architecture. Such clear views come at least in part to the town’s tradition of turning off most electric lights in favor festive, colored lanterns on the 14th day of each lunar month.

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Who Needs The City? 9 Beautiful Towns You Have To Visit

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An All That's Interesting writer since 2013, Erin Kelly focuses on historic places, natural wonders, environmental issues, and the world of science. Her work has also been featured in Smithsonian and she's designed several book covers as a graphic artist.

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John Kuroski is the editorial director of All That's Interesting. He graduated from New York University with a degree in history, earning a place in the Phi Alpha Theta honor society for history students. An editor at All That's Interesting since 2015, his areas of interest include modern history and true crime.

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Kelly, Erin. "Who Needs The City? 9 Beautiful Towns You Have To Visit." AllThatsInteresting.com, July 29, 2015, https://allthatsinteresting.com/beautiful-towns. Accessed January 31, 2025.