Management and conservation of ancient architectural heritage for sustainable tourism development: A case study of Chinese Assembly Halls in Hoi An (Quang Nam, Vietnam)

A comprehensive analysis of five Chinese assembly halls in Hoi An, Vietnamreveals their critical role in balancing cultural preservation and sustainable tourism. These structures, characterized by unique architectural features and deep historical significance, serve as both worship venues and major tourist attractions, generating substantial visitor statistics and revenue. However, the study identifies significant challenges threatening their integrity, including physical degradation, urbanization pressures, environmental factors like pollution and natural disasters, and commercialization risks that distort traditional practices. The research proposes integrated management strategies to ensure these assembly halls remain vibrant living heritage, contributing to Hoi An's sustainable development while preserving their cultural authenticity.

That, V. V., Hop, D. V., & Tuyet, V. T. A. (2025). Management and conservation of ancient architectural heritage for sustainable tourism development: A case study of Chinese Assembly Halls in Hoi An (Quang Nam, Vietnam). Multidisciplinary Science Journal, 8(6), 2026356. https://doi.org/10.31893/multiscience.2026356