Excursion Exploring cham civilisation tour at Da Nang
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This intimate, small group full-day excursion combines an exploration of Da Nang's Cham Museum with a visit to My Son Holysee, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is lead by a local expert in the field of Cham civilisation.
Cham Museum
Depart the pier and travel by coach to the Cham Museum in Da Nang. As you venture through the centre of Da Nang, discover a charming town, with ornate temples and colonial-style buildings. Arriving at the Cham Museum, stroll through its outdoor exhibits of sandstone sculptures and temple decorations created between the 4th and 14 centuries by the Cham people.The displays are grouped into four time periods, and named after the regions in which the sculptures were discovered. Your guide, well-versed in Cham history provides a comprehensive explanation of these relics.
My Son Holysee
Your next destination is My Son Holysee. This World Cultural Heritage Site is a large complex of religious relics that comprises more than 70 architectural works, and includes temples and towers connected to each other by a series of intricate red brick designs. The main component of the site's Cham architectural design is the tower, which was built to reflect the divinity of the king. During your visit to My Son Holy Land, listen to your guide's s lecture and see the 1,000-year-old brick ruins of temples built by Central Vietnam's Hindu Chams, which were damaged during the Vietnam War.
Afterwards, an hour's drive returns you to the port.
Please note: This tour requires a moderate amount of walking, some of which is over uneven ground. It is not recommended for guests with limited mobility or those who utilise a wheelchair.The order of sights seen may vary. Space on this tour is extremely limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment.
Points of interests
Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Da Nang, Cham Museum, Sandstone Sculptures, Temples, My Son Holysee, Religious Relics, Architectural Designs, Temples, Towers