Experience the rich culture and heritage of Da Nang.
Today, Da Nang is not only blessed with diverse and abundant natural tourism resources—including marine ecosystems, rivers, lakes, mountains, streams, waterfalls, and vast rural landscapes—but also stands out for its rich cultural and historical heritage. The harmonious blend of stunning nature and heritage values has made Da Nang an attractive destination for both domestic and international visitors.
The city is home to numerous historical sites, unique architectural works, and long-standing traditional cultural values. Notably, the greater Da Nang area is associated with two UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Sites: Hoi An Ancient Town and My Son Sanctuary. These destinations carry profound historical, architectural, and cultural significance, reinforcing the region’s position as a leading cultural and tourism hub.
In addition, Da Nang features four Special National Relics, including the Marble Mountains, Dien Hai Citadel, the Truong Son Road – Ho Chi Minh Trail, and Dong Duong Buddhist Monastery. The city is also home to 84 national-level relics and 475 provincial/city-level sites, forming a rich and diverse heritage system.
Regarding intangible cultural heritage, Da Nang currently has 28 nationally recognized elements, such as Central Vietnam’s Bai Choi folk art, Quang-style Tuong (classical opera), the Whale Worship Festival, and traditional craft villages like Thanh Ha Pottery Village, Kim Bong Carpentry Village, and Tra Que Vegetable Village. Notably, Bai Choi folk art has been inscribed by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, while the Marble Mountains inscriptions (Ma Nhai) are recognized as a documentary heritage of the Asia-Pacific region.
Overall, Da Nang is home to approximately 595 cultural heritage elements, including 565 tangible and 30 intangible assets. This impressive number reflects the depth of the city’s cultural and historical values, providing a strong foundation for sustainable tourism development.
In addition, the city preserves 19 National Treasures, with the Da Nang Museum of Cham Sculpture currently managing 12 of these valuable artifacts. Notable items include the My Son A10 altar, statues of Shiva and Ganesha, the Lai Nghi gold jewelry collection, and Dong Son bronze drums—each holding exceptional historical, artistic, and archaeological value.
With its rich heritage system and well-planned development strategy, Da Nang continues to affirm its position as one of Vietnam’s leading cultural and tourism centers, as well as a safe, friendly, and experience-rich destination for travelers.
