The construction of My Son began in the 4th century under King Bhadravarman (who reigned from 349 to 361) and was completed in the late 13th to early 14th century under King Jaya Simhavarman III.
Visiting My Son, travellers can witness the glorious historical imprints of the ancient Chăm dynasties, visible in every bricklayer and every carved statue depicting communal and religious life.
The temples here were meticulously built, with intricate and unique carvings. The most remarkable feature is the construction technique-each brick was fired and cut into precise blocks, stacked without using any adhesive materials. Despite centuries of exposure to natural elements, these structures have remained intact, presenting an unsolved mystery. Due to its exceptional cultural value, My Son was recognized as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site in 1999.
Spanning a diameter of only 2 km, My Son is entirely enclosed within a secluded valley, surrounded by majestic mountains. The main entrance leads to the central site via a 1 km pathway. For those who prefer not to walk, electric shuttle cars are available. Tour guides fluent in multiple languages are always ready to assist visitors interested in learning about My Son’s history.
Recently, over 1,600 of the 1,800 artifacts found at My Son have been digitized. Every section of the site is equipped with QR codes and automated audio guides available in six languages (Vietnamese, English, French, Korean, Japanese, and Chinese). The entrance fee is quite reasonable.