Admire national treasures - The quintessence of Quang heritage

VHO - Culture lovers, especially young people, have come to see with their own eyes and learn about the national treasures of Quang Nam on display at the Quang Nam Museum (Tam Ky City, Quang Nam Province) in recent days.

The exhibition of Quang Nam national treasures and the exhibition of Cham Ninh Thuan - Quang Nam culture took place at Quang Nam Museum (Tam Ky City) from June 17-20, then continued to be open until July 30 to serve visitors, researchers and students.

"Feast your eyes" on the national treasures of Quang Nam

The exhibition space “National Treasures – The Quintessence of Quang Nam Heritage” gathers unique and typical artifacts, reflecting the depth of history – culture – art of Quang Nam land through the ages. Among them, there are artifacts that have just been recognized as national treasures.

Many young people came to visit and learn about national treasures and Cham culture at the exhibition at Quang Nam Museum.

Not only are the treasures on display "eye-catching", but the information and attention that the public has for the national treasures introduced this time is a strong connection between the cultural quintessence and heritage from the past, present and future.

Statue of Goddess Devi (version)

With the theme “Quintessence of Quang heritage”, the exhibition introduces to the public and visitors for the first time the unique historical and cultural values ​​of Quang Nam national treasures currently preserved and displayed in museums inside and outside the province and in private collections.

Statue of Bodhisattva Ta Ra (version)

In particular, introducing 4 versions of national treasures from the previous version of Quang Nam Museum are: Bodhisattva Tara statue, Ekamukhalinga, Champa Monk Phu Hung statue, Goddess Devi statue along with images related to national treasures originating from Quang Nam.

Gold head of Shiva statue

In particular, for the first time, 3 precious original collections and artifacts currently kept at Quang Nam Museum were introduced to the public, including: The head of the Sihva god statue made of alloy, in which gold accounts for the highest proportion, was recognized as a national treasure in 2015, one of the rare works known in Cham sculpture.

Collection of gold jewelry and agate artifacts in the shape of animals at Lai Nghi burial site (Dien Ban town, Quang Nam). These are all original, unique artifacts dating from the 3rd century BC to the mid-1st century of the Sa Huynh culture.

Also introduced are images, drawings, and impressions of two bronze artifacts and a Dong Son bronze jar of private collector Luong Hoang Long (Hoi An City, Quang Nam).

Lai Nghi gold jewelry collection

It is known that the collection of gold jewelry, Lai Nghi animal-shaped agate artifacts, Dong Son bronze drum artifacts and bronze jars are the 4 artifacts that have just been recognized as national treasures in the 13th batch at the end of 2024.

This is the first time the public has had closer access to artifacts recognized by the Prime Minister as national treasures - unique heritages, typical of historical, cultural, artistic, technical and scientific values.

Each artifact is a vivid cultural story, clearly reflecting the development and exchange between ancient cultures in Quang Nam. This is not only a source of pride but also an opportunity to spread the quintessence of heritage to the community, especially the youth.

In tune with the depth of Cham culture

On this occasion, at Quang Nam Museum, there was a parallel exhibition of the theme "Cham Culture of Ninh Thuan - Quang Nam" jointly organized by the Center for Ethnic Culture Research and Ninh Thuan Provincial Museum and the Management Board of Quang Nam Monuments and Museum.

Visit the exhibition space of "Cham Culture Ninh Thuan - Quang Nam"

This activity aims to introduce to the public the unique cultural values ​​of the Cham community, especially the Cham culture of Ninh Thuan and Quang Nam; serving the work of education, research and tourism development. Aiming to propagate and educate the younger generation to be aware of preserving and promoting the cultural values ​​of the Cham people in contemporary life.

At the same time, it strengthens community solidarity, regional cultural exchange and creates opportunities for people and tourists to better understand the richness and diversity of Vietnamese culture.

Display of traditional Cham costumes. Photo: BT

Nearly 200 typical images, documents and artifacts on display vividly and authentically introduce the colors of Cham culture: from daily life to religious beliefs, from architectural techniques to decorative arts, from traditional musical instruments to ritual customs.

Viewers were able to admire and learn about images and artifacts typical of the lifestyle, residential forms, traditional costumes, jewelry, customs, production tools, typical musical instruments, religious beliefs and festivals of the Cham people living in Ninh Thuan province; images of archaeological excavation activities at Cham relics, temple and tower architecture, etc.

Some artifacts were discovered during excavations from Cham relics in Quang Nam and Ninh Thuan.

In particular, artifacts including statues, decorative reliefs, roof tiles, bricks, and household utensils were discovered during excavations from Cham relics in Quang Nam and Ninh Thuan provinces.

Ms. Hoang Thi Bich Hanh - Director of Quang Nam Monuments and Museum Management Board shared: Despite the geographical distance, Ninh Thuan and Quang Nam have a strong cultural connection, especially in the long-lasting and unique flow of Cham culture.

Cham culture is an important component of Vietnam's cultural heritage. Over thousands of years, the Cham people have left behind many valuable tangible and intangible cultural values, expressed in temple architecture, statues, reliefs, music, dances, religious beliefs and community life.

Some Cham artifacts on display

Through this thematic exhibition, we hope that viewers will not only admire the artifacts but also feel the spirit, depth and breath of Cham culture in the flow of national culture - a culture that once flourished and was full of identity, thereby raising awareness, appreciation and the spirit of preserving heritage for today's and future generations. Thereby aiming to preserve and promote the traditional cultural values ​​of the nation, especially Cham cultural heritage.

“Cultural heritage is only truly alive and meaningful when it is connected to the community. These two thematic exhibitions are an effort to bring heritage out of storage, bringing artifacts closer to the public, through stories, images and vivid, easy-to-understand approaches,” Ms. Hanh shared.

Bau Truc pottery exhibition. Photo: BT

These two thematic exhibitions are cultural activities organized within the framework of "Quang Nam Culture, Sports and Tourism Days 2025", thereby contributing to honoring traditional values, promoting the image of a friendly and rich Quang Nam to the people and tourists.

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