Rovine storiche a Quang Nam

Vietnam's Ancient Ruins

This collection features significant archaeological sites in Quang Nam province, primarily focused on the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Hội An and Mỹ Sơn. Visitors can explore the 15th-century trading port of Hội An, known for its preserved timber-frame buildings and diverse architectural styles. The list also includes the Mỹ Sơn Sanctuary, a cluster of partially ruined Hindu temples constructed by the Champa Kingdom between the 4th and 14th centuries, showcasing intricate brickwork and stone carvings dedicated to Shiva.

Vietnam's Ancient Ruins — Mappa

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A

Catholic Cathedral

Though the present building was built in 1965, the history of this church dates back a lot further.

B

Old Town Hội An

A UNESCO World Heritage site and former trading port dating from the 15th to 19th centuries. It features a unique blend of Vietnamese, Chinese, and Japanese architectural styles across its preserved timber-frame buildings.

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C

Old House of Tan Ky

Built 200 years ago by a Vietnamese family, this house has been preserved for seven generations.

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D

Chuc Thanh Pagoda

The oldest pagoda in Hoi An.

E

Group B

The central cluster of the Mỹ Sơn Sanctuary, containing the main temple and several auxiliary structures representing the height of Cham architectural artistry.

F

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Ruined temple structure within the Group A complex of the Mỹ Sơn Sanctuary.

G

C3

Ruined structure in Group C of the Mỹ Sơn Sanctuary, featuring traditional Cham red brick masonry.

H

Group H

A 13th-century cluster of four structures at Mỹ Sơn, including a main temple and a gate tower.

I

F1

Ruined temple located within Group F of the Mỹ Sơn Sanctuary.

J

A4

Ruined structure situated within the Group A complex of the Mỹ Sơn archaeological site.

K

G3

Ruin within Group G at Mỹ Sơn, a 12th-century complex built upon a small hilltop.

L

A6

Ruined temple building within the Group A cluster at the Mỹ Sơn Sanctuary.

M

A5

Ruined structure located within the Group A complex of the Mỹ Sơn Sanctuary.

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B1

The primary temple of Group B at Mỹ Sơn, historically dedicated to the deity Shiva.