Urgently restore relics affected by storms and rains

Structural damage, deep flooding, degradation

According to preliminary statistics from the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, after storm No. 13 and the recent floods, dozens of relic sites were affected; many places suffered structural damage, deep flooding, and rapid deterioration. The total proposed cost for repairs and restoration is estimated at 7.37 billion VND.

Ganh Da Dia, a special national monument, was the most severely damaged place in storm No. 13. Strong winds completely damaged the system of signs, direction boards, and regulation boards; many sunshade domes serving tourists were blown away. The toilet area had its roof blown off, rainwater flooded in and damaged the equipment; trees fell, mud flowed down the walkways, causing insecurity and spoiling the general landscape of the relic site.

The An Tho Citadel relic also suffered great damage due to prolonged deep flooding after heavy rains. The ground floor of the exhibition house was flooded 2 meters deep, the foundation of the public hall (architectural remains revealed through archaeological excavations) was covered with mud about 3 cm deeper than before; the model table was completely damaged.

There were 107 artifacts (mainly ceramics and pottery pieces) covered with mud; the display cabinets were damaged, the reference bookcase was flooded, and the roof was leaking. A 25cm section of the fence at the back of the exhibition house collapsed; some trees in the campus were broken; the flagpole foundation (architectural vestiges discovered through archaeological excavations) was covered with mud; part of the toilet's tiled roof was damaged.

The model at An Tho Citadel relic was completely damaged.

The model at An Tho Citadel relic was flooded with mud and completely damaged.

Serious damage was also recorded at the national historical site where the first Communist Party cell was established in Phu Yen. Here, the flood broke 50 tiles, broke 4 rosewood trees and 2 bougainvillea trees, damaged 2 altars, felled the ceiling, and broke the sliding gate. In particular, the exhibition site was flooded 2 meters deep, causing 81 images to be damaged; the system of tables, chairs, and the roof of the relic church were all affected.

In addition to the above-mentioned relics, a series of other relics in the province were also damaged at different levels. Long Thuy Communal House (Binh Kien Ward) had its tiled roof damaged, houses leaking, and tables and chairs in the premises damaged. Some relics such as Dong Tac Tomb, Phu Nong Communal House, Phu Le Communal House (provincial relics) and Lam Phu Lam (national relics) were also degraded and damaged due to prolonged rain and floods.

In Tay Hoa commune, six relics in My Thanh Trung 1, Phu Thu and Phuoc Nong areas had their ceilings leaking and pillars peeling off due to 1.2 m of flooding. At Uncle Ho's Church, the flood uprooted 4 trees, broke 3 trees, about 12 tree branches; broke 3 glass doors, and damaged many roof tiles of the main house. Some other relics such as Nui Queo and Lang Phu Lac also recorded damage to the lighting system and doors.

According to localities, repairing the relics affected by storms and floods is an urgent requirement to preserve historical and cultural values and ensure the safety of people and tourists. The units proposed that superiors pay attention to allocating funds and providing timely support to restore and preserve the relic system against the increasingly severe impacts of natural disasters.

Urgently restore and preserve the original elements of the relic

Immediately after the weather stabilized, the Provincial Monuments Management Board (Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism) mobilized local forces, coordinated with local authorities and relevant units to inspect the current status of each monument.

Ms. Tran Thi Bu, Deputy Director in charge of the Provincial Monument Management Board, said that the unit has mobilized local forces, coordinated with local authorities and related units to inspect the current situation and urgently deploy remedial measures.

The Provincial Monuments Management Board prioritizes handling items that directly affect the safety of visitors, such as clearing fallen trees, sweeping mud, and temporarily barricading dangerous areas. At the same time, it is repairing the signage system, reinforcing the dome, and restoring essential infrastructure items.

Artifacts from the relic sites covered with mud were brought back to Phu Yen Museum for preservation and re-processing.

Artifacts at the relic sites covered with mud were brought back by Phu Yen Museum staff for preservation and re-processing.

“Up to now, most of the damage at Ganh Da Dia relic has been promptly handled, ensuring conditions for visitors to return. For relics that have suffered heavy structural damage and have strict conservation requirements, the Provincial Monument Management Board will coordinate with Phu Yen Museum and professional consultants to conduct detailed surveys and assess the extent of damage,” said Ms. Bu.

According to Mr. Le Phuc Long, Deputy Director of the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the damage caused by storms and floods is too great, especially at tourist attractions, accommodation facilities, and historical sites in the province, affecting the local infrastructure and image; repair and restoration require a lot of time and human resources. The Department has requested departments, branches, and the Provincial People's Committee to pay attention to arranging and supporting funding for units and localities to quickly overcome the situation.

Director of Phu Yen Museum Nguyen Huu An said that the unit has coordinated with the Provincial Monument Management Board to contact a professional consulting unit to conduct a detailed survey of the current status, assess the extent of damage and develop a repair plan to ensure compliance with regulations on monument conservation.

This process is being implemented with the goal of both timely restoration and ensuring the preservation of the original elements of the relic. All solutions are carefully considered to both timely restoration and preserve the historical and cultural values of the relic.

"Currently, the unit has brought the artifacts at An Tho Citadel to Phu Yen Museum and is restoring and preserving them; once they are finished, they will be returned to the exhibition area," said Mr. An.

According to specialized units, despite the large amount of damage and the need for many resources, the remediation work is still being carried out urgently, following the correct procedures and under close supervision.

“With the close direction of the province and the coordination of the sectors, we are striving to complete the repair as soon as possible, ensuring absolute safety for tourists. The long-term goal is to sustainably preserve the relics and promote the cultural heritage values of the province,” Ms. Tran Thi Bu added.

Source: https://baodaklak.vn/van-hoa-du-lich-van-hoc-nghe-thuat/202512/khan-truong-khac-phuc-cac-di-tich-bi-anh-huong-do-mua-bao-88d1034/