The Chien Dan towers consist of three structures: the South, Central, and North towers, with the Central tower being the largest. Excavated artifacts reveal these are significant examples of Cham sculpture from the 11th–12th centuries. (Photo: VNA)
Sandstone reliefs at Chien Dan depict Cham dancers performing traditional movements from ancient rituals. (Photo: VNA)
Numerous valuable artifacts uncovered from archaeological digs are now on display at the Chien Dan tower complex. (Photo: VNA)
Numerous valuable artifacts uncovered from archaeological digs are now on display at the Chien Dan tower complex. (Photo: VNA)
Numerous valuable artifacts uncovered from archaeological digs are now on display at the Chien Dan tower complex. (Photo: VNA)
Khuong My Towers, dating back to the early 10th century, are considered among the most well-preserved Cham structures still standing today. (Photo: VNA)
Bang An Tower, shaped like a Linga and built in the 11th century, stands out with its unique architecture - distinct from other Cham towers across Central Vietnam. (Photo: VNA)
Time and war have taken their toll, leaving Bang An with just a single main tower, octagonal in shape and about 21 metres tall. (Photo: Dan Tri newspaper)
Two sandstone statues of Gajasimha (lion-elephant hybrid) still remain outside the Bang An tower. (Photo: Dan Tri newspaper)
Bang An Tower is now in a state of disrepair, awaiting restoration and conservation efforts. (Photo: Dan Tri newspaper)
Da Nang: Awakening the tourism potential of ancient Cham towers
In addition to My Son Sanctuary and the Cham Museum, Da Nang is also home to millennia-old Cham towers that still stand today, such as the Khuong My tower cluster (Tam Xuan Commune), Chien Dan towers (Tay Ho Commune), and Bang An Tower (An Thang Ward). However, these architectural treasures have largely been overlooked and remain disconnected from the city’s tourism map.
