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Despite being 118 years old, Tung Son Parish Church still exudes its timeless ancient charm. It serves not only as a place of worship for parishioners but also as a captivating attraction for tourists.
The Ancient Beauty of Tung Son Parish Church
Tung Son Parish Church (also known as Tung Son Ancient Church) is situated 20km from Da Nang. Constructed before 1904 in French architecture, it stands as one of the oldest and most well-preserved churches in Da Nang. Despite its long existence, the church retains much of its original architectural integrity and rare ancient allure.
The unique ancient architecture of the church remains intact, serving as a place for religious rituals and activities of the Phu Thuong parish. Built of stone and bound with a mixture of lime powder, resin from burlap, and fine silk threads… Many items used by past priests are still present in the church.
The church is built in the Gothic architectural style, characteristic of Western Europe after the Middle Ages. Standing approximately 15m tall, it features 3 large doors, each measuring 3.9m in height. Initially, the church was roofed with yin and yang tiles, but subsequent renovations replaced them with ordinary tiles.
Tung Son Parish Church features three large pointed arch gates, with a bell tower situated right above the gate system. Inside is the sanctuary, featuring a system of 14 columns and 17 windows for natural light. The church door arches are 1m high and adorned with intricate floral leaf patterns.
The design of the vaulted ceiling and rose patterns is characteristic of churches built during the French colonial era. The bell is placed on the roof, right in front of the main entrance of the parish church. The vaulted ceiling and rose patterns are distinctive features of this parish church.
The church is situated within a spacious compound of over 15,000m² adorned with lush greenery. Despite several renovations, Tung Son Parish Church still retains its original architectural features. It serves as a religious gathering space for parishioners and a tourist attraction for visitors from afar.
According to Mytour
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Reference: Mytour Travel Guide
