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My Son

My Son is a temple complex, located in Quang Nam province in Vietnam, 69km south-west of Danang, was an imperial city during the Champa dynasty.

It was constructed between the 4th and the 12th centuries.
The sanctuary is a large complex of religious buildings comprised of more than 70 architectural works.
They include temples and towers connected to one other through complicated red brick designs.
The main component of the design is the tower, built to reflect the divine abode of the gods (especially Shiva).

The Cham (Champa dynasty) architecture in My Son is one of the main attractions in Quang Nam province.



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