via Da Nang Today, 19 July 2023: The Da Nang Museum of Cham Sculpture preserves national treasures and implements strict security measures, while the city of Da Nang focuses on protecting and promoting its historical and cultural heritages, such as the Dien Hai Citadel and Marble Mountains, as important tourist destinations.
Besides 6 national treasures stored at the Museum of Cham Sculpture, Da Nang has two special national-level relics: Dien Hai Citadel and Marble Mountains that need to be strictly protected.
The Dien Hai Citadel was recognised as a special national-level relic site in 2017. Situated on the western side of the Han River, the Dien Hai Citadel was originally called Dien Hai Fortress. It was originally built near Da Nang’s estuary in 1812 under the reign of Emperor Gia Long. Then, in 1823, it was moved inland and rebuilt in brick on a hillock during the reign of Emperor Minh Mang. It was renamed the Dien Hai Citadel in 1835.
Source: Da Nang’s endeavour in preserving quintessence of national cultural heritage
