Long with a beautiful scenery, Central Vietnam has a rich and fascinating history. From 3,0000 B.C., the Sa Huynh flourished in this region. From the valley of the Dong Nai river to the source of the La Nga river, traces of this prehistoric civilization are still being found. Five thousand years ago, these people produced sophisticated object form the colored glass, gems and bronze. Crystal goblets, agate necklaces and gold jewelry have been found in Sa Huynh- era grave- jars, revealing that this was an advanced and highly artistic civilization.

Later for Quang Binh  in the South – Center to the Tay Nguyen highlands, the Cham Kingdom ruled this land, leaving behind a mysterious legacy. The name of Cham centers like Simhapura, the Imperial Lion city, and Vijaya, the capital of Tra Ban, still inspire a sense of wonder.

When gazing upon magnificent stone sculptures in the Cham Museum in Danang, visitors can gain some sense of the Cham’s artistry and skill. However, only by standing amongst the ancient towers in My Son – the religious capital of the Cham can one understand that this dusty, arid land feels scared.

Since the fourth century, the Cham erected hundreds of towers and temples to honor their Indianized gods. Images of Shiva and Vishnu were depicted in all sizes and positions. Vishnu was often portrayed as a mighty lion, the protector of humankind. While few of these relics remain, the images found in the Cham museum and at My Son reveal the strength of the Cham’s convictions.

The Cham Museum is known as one of the largest collection of Cham sculpture in the world.  Whenever you visit the museum, you will feel  an quite  atmosphere and the reverie of reminiscences.

In the 10the century the Cham left Tra Kieu and established their capital Vijaya in what is now Binh Dinh province. What remains today are the Cham temples and towers.

The three- towered Duong Long Tower Coplex, the mighty Banh It tower the unique Twin Towers are relies of Vijaya. Even today, treasures from Vijaya continue to be unearthed in Binh Dinh, including gold and sliver items. Vestige of the Chams are found from Danang to Hue, down to Khanh Hoa, Phu Yen, Binh Dinh and even in the lam Dong highlands.

Traveling to Lam Dong province, the scenery changes. The dusty plain give a way to tree- covered mountains. The outside word only leaned of Lam Dong about a century ago, when a French scientist named Dr. Yersin traveled here and fell in love with the area’s  beauty. Home to two ethnic minority group, the Cau and the Dua, this area appealed to homesick French colonialists due to its mild weather, pine trees, water- falls and romantic lakes. French officials set about building the resort town of Dalat, which remains popular with holiday markers to this day.

Home to ethnic groups like the Ma and Lach, the Tay  Nguyen highlands offer some of the wildest scenery in Vietnam and a fascinating range of cultures. Here, visitors can still hear gongs ring out the night and listen to the chants of age- old oral epics being recounted around a blazing fire.

Whether visitors want to relax on a palm- fringed beach or ride an elephant through the jungles of the Tay Nguyen, Central Vietnam offers amazing holiday experiences. As well as natural beauty, this region offer visitors a chance to explore ancient and mysterious civilizations.

Exploring Vietnam’s Central Region is easier than ever before!