Da Nang is home to many important historical and cultural sites that reflect the city's rich heritage, from ancient Cham civilization to Buddhist pagodas and colonial architecture.
Historical & Cultural Sites
Marble Mountains (Ngu Hanh Son)
Marble Mountains is a collection of five outcrops topped with atmospheric pagodas, only 15 minutes from the city. Set out in the early morning to take a serene walk up stone steps, explore hidden caves, and admire ancient shrines.
Linh Ung Pagoda – Son Tra
The Son Tra Peninsula strikes out into the ocean, its densely forested hillsides are home to the endangered red-shanked douc langur -- one of the world's most striking primates. Grab some binoculars, hire a motorbike, and head out for a day of wildlife spotting.
Museum of Cham Sculpture: Largest collection of Cham artifacts in the world
The Cham people once ruled much of Central Vietnam, and ruins of their temples have been excavated around Da Nang. The superb Cham Museum of Sculpture houses the largest collection of Cham sculpture in the world.