As spring arrives, the My Son valley enters its most beautiful season of the year. Amid the contemplative presence of Mount Chua, moss-covered ancient towers emerge in the gentle morning light. Spring quietly weaves through every pathway, carrying a sense of sacredness, serenity, and depth.
A spring journey to My Son is a journey that touches Da Nang – returns to the original essence. Here, visitors encounter a very different Tet rhythm: not noisy, not showy, but one that settles gently into each moment between heritage and nature.
Welcoming the New Year in a sacred space
The activity “Picking lucky buds at the start of the year – A joyful spring, radiant smiles” opens the first moments of the New Year in the solemn setting of the heritage site. It is a time for visitors to slow down, offer wishes for peace and prosperity, and clearly feel the unique stillness of My Son in the early days of spring.
Early morning is the ideal time to take part—when the air is fresh, the light is soft, and Tet is felt through a calm and gentle rhythm.
Location: Entrance gate of My Son Sanctuary
Time: 17/02/2026 (the first day of the Lunar New Year)
Spring journey among the ancient tower valley
The art programme “Spring journey to the land of ancient towers” leads visitors into a space where history and art converge. Performances staged right among the ancient towers transform the spring visit from simple sightseeing into a full emotional experience—where the essence of heritage is felt through direct presence.
In the early days of spring, the ancient towers appear tranquil and pure, with soft sunlight filtering through each pathway—perfect for strolling, listening to heritage stories, and enjoying artistic performances. As the atmosphere becomes livelier, the Area A towers remain an ideal stop to combine exploration and to sense spring spreading throughout the My Son valley.
Time:
15/02/2026 – 9:00 & 14:45
18/02/2026 – 9:00 & 14:45
Location: Area A
Experiencing traditional Cham–Vietnamese crafts
At the My Son Museum, Tet reveals itself in a simple, authentic way. Visitors can try pottery shaping, brocade weaving, and conical hat making—experiencing heritage not only through exhibits, but through each handcrafted motion, where culture is preserved through participation and genuine connection.
This is also a comfortable stop to rest during the outdoor exploration, adding depth and balance to the spring journey.
Time: 12/02/2026 – 26/02/2026
Location: My Son Museum
Rustic Tet flavours in the heritage landscape
Local culinary spaces introduce distinctive Tet flavours of the heritage region. Simple, rustic dishes with familiar hometown tastes allow Tet at My Son to be felt not only through sight and sound, but also through aroma and flavour.
Late morning and early afternoon are ideal times to pause, enjoy local food, rest, and immerse yourself in the spring atmosphere amid the ancient towers.
Time: 18/02/2026 – 25/02/2026
Location: Area at the foot of Tower H
Tet melodies and the rhythm of community joy
Traditional folk singing and bài chòi melodies echo through My Son, carrying wishes of good fortune for the New Year. These are Tet moments that feel close and heartfelt—where visitors easily join in the communal joy and take home simple yet warm memories.
Time: 18/02/2026 – 25/02/2026
Location: Waiting area near the parking lot
Early spring highlights on Khe The stream
The boat racing activity on Khe The stream brings a lively highlight to the spring journey. Set amid pristine mountain and forest scenery, this moment connects people with the landscape and local community life—a simple Tet activity rich in emotion.
Time: 24/02/2026 (the 8th day of the Lunar New Year)
Location: Khe The Bridge area
Suggested itinerary & visitor information
My Son Sanctuary is located in Thu Bon commune, Da Nang city, nestled in a valley surrounded by Mount Chua. Separated from urban life, it is an ideal destination for spring journeys seeking tranquility and cultural depth.
Distances:
About 70 km from Da Nang city centre
About 40 km from Hoi An
Average travel time is 1.5–2 hours, making it easy to combine within a Da Nang – Hoi An – My Son Tet itinerary.
Suggested plan:
Visitors can depart from Da Nang city centre or Hoi An in the morning, spend half a day exploring the My Son heritage landscape, join cultural activities, experience traditional crafts and local cuisine, then return to Hoi An or continue their spring journey within the day.
Opening hours:
My Son Sanctuary is open daily from 6:00 to 17:00 during the Lunar New Year of Binh Ngo 2026.
Tet at My Son is not bustling, but it is deep enough to remain in memory. It is a journey back to stillness, identity, and originality—where each person finds a calm and mindful beginning to the New Year amid the sacred and mysterious heritage space of Mount Chua.
DA NANG TOURISM PROMOTION CENTER
