19 national treasures go on display in Da Nang City
DNO - In the coming days, residents and visitors can admire 19 national treasures of Da Nang at the exhibition “National Treasures - Heritage in the Heart of Da Nang”, hosted by the Da Nang Museum of Cham Sculpture.
The exhibition runs from November 19 to December 25 at the Da Nang Museum of Cham Sculpture, marking the 20th anniversary of Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day.
The exhibition features 14 original national treasures, 2 replicas, and 19 sets of photos and documents on their discovery and preservation.
The original national treasures on display include the Tra Kieu altar and Apsara relief, My Son E1 altar and Birth of Brahma relief, Ganesha, Shiva, the Tara Bodhisattva, Dong Duong altar, Phong Le Shiva dancing relief, Chanh Lo Uma relief, Gajasimha, Thap Mam dragon, Dong Son bronze drum and bronze jar.
A highlight is the Tara Bodhisattva statue publicly displayed for the first time in a completely restored form with its conch and lotus flower.
The exhibition also includes two full-scale replicas of national treasures: the Ekamukhalinga (Linga with a single divine face) from the My Son World Cultural Heritage Site and the Head of Shiva from Da Nang Museum’s Branch 2.
Additionally, treasures such as the My Son A10 altar, the Lai Nghi gold jewellery collection, and the Lai Nghi agate animal-shaped bead (Sa Huynh Culture) are showcased through high-resolution images and documentation, offering visitors insight into their history and artistry.
According to Le Thi Thu Trang, Director of the Da Nang Museum of Cham Sculpture, the exhibition is a meaningful contribution by the city’s heritage community, showcasing iconic artefacts from the Sa Huynh, Dong Son, and Cham civilisations.
Alongside the displays, visitors can enjoy Cham cultural experiences, with traditional artisans demonstrating weaving, pottery, and poonah paper printing.
These activities are aimed at young visitors and craft lovers. Cham dance performances at the opening will bring the culture to life and help visitors gain a deeper appreciation of Cham heritage.