My Son Ruins
My Son Ruins
religious and political center of the Champa Kingdom in 4th - 13th century
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Location:
Duy Phú, Duy Xuyên District, Quang Nam Province, Vietnam
Duration:
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Personal highlights
- My Son: ruined and abandoned Hindu temples from the 4th century
- History: political and religious capital of the Champa Kingdom (4th - 13th century)
- UNESCO: protected for its cultural importance of the temples at a dramatic site
- Vietnam
War: heavy American bombings destroyed most of the buildings
- Journey: driving on a rented moped instead of booking a guided tour
Image sources
- Impressive My Son ruins
- Important ceremony stone
- Me exploring the My Son ruins
- Ancient statue with many arms
- Musicians playing local music