Da Nang Museum of Cham Sculpture
French archaeologists began gathering Cham artifacts from central Vietnam in the late 19th century, initially displaying them in a public garden, though these pieces suffered from exposure and vandalism.
Đà Nẵng’s eight westernmost districts—Đông Giang, Tây Giang, Nam Giang, Tiên Phước, Hiệp Đức, Phước Sơn, Bắc Trà My, and Nam Trà My—are known for their breathtaking natural landscapes and rich cultural heritage. Home to around 187,177 ethnic minority peoples from Bahnaric and Katuic-speaking subgroups of the Mon-Khmer language family, this region is a treasure trove of traditional handicrafts, textiles, music, dance, and architecture. The most prominent group, the Cơ Tu, reside primarily in Nam Giang and Tây Giang districts, while other Bahnaric speakers, including the Sedang, Gié Triêng, and Cor peoples, inhabit the remote highlands.
The area has a significant military history, with sections of the Hồ Chí Minh Trail passing through its mountainous terrain during the Second Indochina War, enabling the transport of military supplies and troops. Though tourism is still in its early stages, this region offers a unique opportunity for travelers to engage with Vietnam's ethnic minorities and their traditions. Visits to ethnic villages are regulated due to the area's proximity to the Lào border and the presence of unexploded ordnance and dioxin contamination. It is advisable to arrange tours through reputable companies.
Visitors can enjoy the region's scenic beauty, tour military sites, and explore traditional ethnic houses, such as the Cơ Tu communal Gươl house, the stilted longhouses of the Cor, Sedang and Gié Triêng. There are also opportunities to witness local artisans at work, crafting jewelry and textiles, and to sample traditional cuisine.
In Đông Giang district, homestays are available in the Cơ Tu villages of Bhơ Hồông and Đhơ Rồng. Tây Giang offers breathtaking mountain views, particularly from Đỉnh Quế and Đỉnh A Rùng, and features the Cơ Tu Museum, a cultural showcase managed by the local community. Nam Giang district boasts the G’răng Waterfall and ethnic homestays in the picturesque Ta Bhing commune, with a new Hồ Chí Minh Trail Historic Site under development.
Tiên Phước district offers Cor village homestays at Lộc Yên and eco-resorts at Hố Quờn and Thanh Khê. Hiệp Đức district presents the 21-hectare Phước Trà Resistance Base, a national monument commemorating the final years of the Việt Nam War, and scenic attractions such as Hòn Kẽm Đá Dừng and Khe Cái waterfall.
Further west, Phước Sơn district features the remnants of Khâm Đức Air Base, while Bắc Trà My offers the Trung Trung Bộ Revolutionary Historical Site and Cor ethnic homestays. In Nam Trà My, travelers can visit Sedang ethnic villages and the expansive Tắk Ngo Ginseng Farm, known for its prized ginseng cultivation.
This region, steeped in history and culture, offers visitors a rare chance to immerse themselves in the traditions of Vietnam's ethnic minority communities while enjoying its stunning natural beauty and historical significance.
French archaeologists began gathering Cham artifacts from central Vietnam in the late 19th century, initially displaying them in a public garden, though these pieces suffered from exposure and vandalism.
The Hải Vân Pass, also known as the Sea Cloud Pass, gracefully winds across a dramatic spur of the Trường Sơn mountain range, where rugged peaks meet the sea.
Non Nước Beach, stretching gracefully for 5 kilometers along the base of the Marble Mountains, lies just 8 kilometers southeast of Đà Nẵng.
Opened in 2009, Sun World Bà Nà Hills Mountain Resort offers an exhilarating journey from its Ga Suối Mơ base station via a five-line Doppelmayer cable car system and a scenic 400-meter Garaventa funicular tramway.
Nam Ô Village, nestled at the mouth of the Cu Đê River, offers a captivating glimpse into Vietnam's coastal heritage. Despite the encroachment of modernity, the village retains its old-world charm, with narrow alleyways that can only be explored on foot.
Perched high above Đà Nẵng on a 630-meter promontory, Linh Ứng Bãi Bụt Pagoda offers a harmonious blend of ancient tradition and contemporary devotion. Though completed between 2004 and 2010, the pagoda’s legacy is deeply rooted in a centuries-old legend from the reign of Emperor Minh Mạng (1820-1840).
Mân Thái Beach, located just 3 kilometers north of Đà Nẵng’s bustling center, is a serene coastal retreat that invites visitors to step into a world where time moves more slowly.
Pháp Lâm Pagoda, founded in 1932 in Đà Nẵng, Vietnam, initially served as a spiritual center under the name Pagoda of the Buddhist Assembly of Đà Nẵng, later becoming the Pagoda of the Annam Buddhist Assembly Đà Nẵng in 1938. Rebuilt extensively between 1999 and 2005, it now features a grand three-entrance gate and a two-level main building.
Originally opened in the 1980s, Đà Nẵng City Museum has a rich legacy of preserving and showcasing the city’s historical and cultural artifacts. The museum remains a vital repository of thousands of documents, photographs, and objects that trace the evolution of Đà Nẵng and its districts.
Nestled approximately 10 kilometers southeast of Đà Nẵng and 20 kilometers northeast of Hội An, the Marble Mountains (Ngũ Hành Sơn, meaning "Five Elements Mountains") present a striking tableau of five marble and limestone peaks
Mỹ Khê Beach, situated just 6 kilometers east of Đà Nẵng’s bustling city center, is an idyllic coastal escape renowned for its long, pristine stretch of powdery white sand and tranquil azure waters.
Hàn Market (Chợ Hàn) is a symbol of Đà Nẵng's rich commercial heritage, dating back centuries. Though now housed in a modest building from 1991, its roots stretch to the city’s earliest days in Hải Châu. Over time, the market became a key trade hub and ferry terminal, reaching prominence as one of Quảng Nam's major markets by 1776.
Cồn Market (Chợ Cồn) in Đà Nẵng, established in the 1940s and modernized since, is a vibrant hub for authentic Vietnamese shopping. Located on Ông Ích Khiêm Street, 3 kilometers from the city center, it offers a diverse range of products including fresh produce, seafood, meat, clothing, and souvenirs.
Standing gracefully along modern-day Trần Phú Street, Đà Nẵng Cathedral, fondly known as Nhà Thờ Con Gà (Rooster Church), stands as a beloved symbol of faith and history in the city.
The Cao Đài faith, a syncretic religion blending Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism, emerged in 1926 in Tây Ninh, Vietnam, as a unique spiritual movement. While the orthodox Cao Đài Tây Ninh sect established Đà Nẵng's first temple in 1938, this temple, located at 63 Hải Phòng Street, was constructed between 1956 and 1957.
The award-winning Dragon Bridge, an iconic architectural marvel in Đà Nẵng, was designed by Louis Berger and Ammann & Whitney following an international design competition.
Đà Nẵng’s eight westernmost districts—Đông Giang, Tây Giang, Nam Giang, Tiên Phước, Hiệp Đức, Phước Sơn, Bắc Trà My, and Nam Trà My—are known for their breathtaking natural landscapes and rich cultural heritage.
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