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The Po Klong Garai Tower

Last update: 13/10/2026
Address: Đồi Trầu, Phường Đô Vinh, Khánh Hòa
The Po Klong Garai Tower complex is an ancient and sacred Cham temple site, designated as a Special National Relic. The towers were constructed between the late 13th and early 14th centuries (during the reign of King Jaya Simhavarman III, known in Vietnamese historical records as Che Man). The complex comprises three main structures that embody the distinctive architectural style of Champa: - Main Tower (Kalan): Standing over 20 meters tall with multiple tiers, this structure houses the statue of King Po Klong Garai and a sacred symbol—a stone statue of Nandin the bull, the mount of the god Shiva. The tower is built from dark red bricks fitted so precisely that no mortar joints are visible. - Fire Tower (Thang Chuh Yang Pui): Located to the south, this tower features a curved, boat-shaped roof and served as a repository for the priests' ceremonial robes and offerings. - Gate Tower (Gopura): Situated at the front, this structure serves as the entrance to the sacred grounds. Admission fee: 20,000 VND per adult and 10,000 VND per child.
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