MR. HA VY, DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CULTURE, SPORTS AND TOURISM:
Applying technology to heritage management.
Over the years, Quang Nam province and the former Da Nang city have done very well in preserving and promoting the potential and values of cultural heritage in general, and the system of historical sites in particular, contributing to the socio-economic development of the localities. However, the process of preserving and restoring these sites still faces some obstacles, especially the potential risks posed by the increasingly complex impacts of climate change.
The Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism is directing relevant units to develop and submit to the Da Nang City People's Committee the "Project for the Preservation and Promotion of Cultural Heritage Values of Da Nang City in the period 2026 - 2030" to provide overall direction for tasks and solutions in the context of the new administrative unit, ensuring consistency with the 2024 Law on Cultural Heritage. A comprehensive inventory of all historical sites in the area will be conducted, assessing their current state to provide a scientific basis for proposing appropriate solutions for management, protection, restoration, and promotion of their values...
Particularly in the current context of climate change, promoting the application of science and technology and digital transformation in heritage management is crucial. The Department will build a unified digital database on cultural heritage in Da Nang city, integrating data from the two former localities to ensure compatibility. Digital technology will be applied in the work of documenting, inventorying, displaying, disseminating, and promoting heritage. Emphasis will be placed on completing the "Da Nang Heritage Digital Map" to serve the management and protection of relics and to promote the image of heritage associated with sustainable tourism development.
MR. PHAM PHU NGOC, DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF THE HOI AN WORLD CULTURAL HERITAGE CONSERVATION CENTER:
A strong support mechanism is needed for the preservation of Hoi An Ancient Town.
The ancient town of Hoi An is located downstream of the Thu Bon River, so it faces natural disasters every year. Therefore, we regularly coordinate with local authorities and residents to strengthen inspection and support efforts for historical sites, minimizing the impact of natural disasters and climate change on ancient buildings.
Currently, within the Old Quarter, there are approximately 30 historical sites in a state of disrepair, posing a risk of collapse despite years of reinforcement and support. Among these sites, the majority lack clear legal documentation regarding ownership and usage rights, leading to difficulties in implementing restoration and renovation projects funded by the State and the site owners due to insufficient funding.
To ensure the authenticity and integrity of the heritage, and to guarantee the safety of residents and tourists in the Old Town, we have also requested the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism to report and seek the approval of the City People's Committee on the urgent restoration of relics at risk of collapse in the Old Town, with 100% state funding for the sustainable preservation of Hoi An Ancient Town.
MR. NGUYEN CONG KHIET, DEPUTY DIRECTOR IN CHARGE OF THE MY SON WORLD CULTURAL HERITAGE SITE MANAGEMENT BOARD:
Planting trees to protect the My Son Sanctuary
With their brick and stone architectural materials and having survived for hundreds of years, the temples and towers at My Son generally have good resistance to natural disasters, storms, and floods. However, the effects of climate change have caused high temperatures and prolonged high humidity in the My Son valley, affecting the brick and mortar structures, causing them to lose their cohesion, and even eroding some of the decorative details on the brick walls.
Therefore, the unit proactively develops annual plans to protect and respond to the impacts of climate change on the historical site through the synchronized implementation of solutions corresponding to the weather conditions of both the dry season and the rainy season.
Specifically, the unit regularly inspects and supports monuments at risk of collapse, removes weeds from the towers, clears vegetation in the Khe Thẻ stream area to limit flooding of the monuments, and especially greens barren land in the permitted areas of the My Son heritage landscape forest to prevent erosion and landslides affecting the temples and towers. To date, we plant an average of about 1 hectare of native trees each year.
In addition, the unit has also established a task force with 30 members who are regularly on duty to prevent and mitigate storms and floods during the rainy season and to monitor and supervise forest fire prevention during the summer. With proactive solutions as well as technical and financial support from domestic and international agencies and organizations, My Son will be well preserved and protected, minimizing the impacts of climate change.
Source: https://baodanang.vn/som-trien-khai-giai-phap-dong-bo-3306538.html
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