Archaeologists found decorative images built with brick or stone on Cham towers. (Photo: VNA) Phu Yen (VNA) – Archaeologists from theVietnam Institute of Archaeology have discovered antiques and architecturalworks of Champa culture dating back to the fourth century in Dong Mieu area inPhu Hoa district in the south-central coastal province of Phu Yen.
Director of the Phu Yen Museum Le The Vinh onJuly 11 told reporters from the Vietnam News Agency that the objects include abrick “lingam” (a representation of the Hindu deity, Shiva, used for worship)and a stone “yoni” (a symbol of the goddess of Shakti, literally “origin” or“source” or “womb”).
Archaeologists also found decorative imagesbuilt with brick or stone on Cham towers.
The discovery of these objects along with the existence ofThanh Ho national archaeological site, about a kilometre from Dong Mieu, hassignificant meaning in studying Champa culture and history, Vinh said.
He added that the outcomes of the study in DongMieu will be reported to the provincial People’s Committee.
The Phu Yen Museum plans to receive theuncovered objects and put them on display for researchers, locals and tourists.
Phu Yen is home to many architectural art worksrelated to Cham culture. Notably, the Nhan Tower in Tuy Hoa city has beenrecognised as a special national relic site.-VNA
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