Ancient town to join Earth Hour

      After Hanoi, the authorities of Hoi An ancient town have announced that they will take part in the Earth Hour program by turning off all bulbs for one hour on the night of March 28.
Hoi An to turn off light within one hour on March 28.
The Hoi An People’s Committee Office on March 10 said that the town will turn off all bulbs and unnecessary electricity equipment for one hour, from 8.30-9.30 pm on March 28.
The town encourages travelers to support this program. The city will be lightened by candles and lanterns during that time.
Hoi An will also implement the “Streets for Pedestrians and No-Engine Vehicles” program during this time.
To preserve the old beauty of Hoi An and to raise the awareness of local residents in protecting the environment, the ancient town has banned engine vehicles from traveling in the town for years.