Heritage imprints: The timeless beauty of ancient Champa towers

Tracing the historical flow from the land of Kauthara to Panduranga, the Central coastal region proudly possesses the most intact and uniquely spectacular Cham temple and tower system in the area. The presence of these architectural complexes is not only a testament to a prosperous era but also a sacred space deeply intertwined with the spiritual life of the Cham people. Notably, these ancient relics will take center stage during the 6th Cham Ethnic Culture Festival taking place in late June 2026. This presents a golden opportunity for thousands of tourists and artisans to converge, admire the timeless architectural beauty, and honor invaluable heritage values.

The extraordinary allure of this heritage complex stems from the masterful architectural art and construction techniques of the ancients. A prime example is the majestic Special National Relic Ponagar Tower situated on Cu Lao hill, worshiping the Mother Goddess Po Inu Nugar with its grand scale and exquisite sculptures. Not far away, the Hoa Lai Tower Relic leaves a profound mark with its history tied to King Satyavarman from the 8th century, while the sacred Po Klong Garai Tower complex serves as the venue for the vibrant traditional Kate festival. Along with the Po Rome Tower—the last great brick structure of the Champa Kingdom—each tower tells a vivid story, where red baked bricks are perfectly bound together to create bas-reliefs depicting deities and unique religious symbols.

To maximize the preservation and promotion of heritage values, the local tourism sector is actively connecting ancient towers, traditional craft villages like Bau Truc pottery and My Nghiep brocade weaving, and cultural events to create world-class tourism products. To actualize the goal of bringing these authentic experiences closer to millions of global travelers, the aviation infrastructure system acts as a prerequisite bridge. With professional operational capacity and a world-class amenity system, Cam Ranh International Terminal (CRTC) is fully prepared to welcome the massive influx of tourists arriving to experience the summer festival series. The synchronization at this international aviation gateway not only ensures a seamless travel process but also creates a perfect stepping stone, inspiring tourists from their very first moment stepping into this culturally rich land.