In a direct way, tourism contributes to the preservation of
cultural heritage in Hoi An by using part of its revenue as a financial fund. In an indirect way, by
fostering local economic development, providing livelihood for many local people, raising their
income and improving their living standard, which consequently increased local people’s
awareness about the values and the importance of protecting their properties, tourism has helped
host community have more means and motivation to safeguard heritage by themselves