Bang An ancient tower is considered one of the largest and most impressive brick sculptures from the Champa civilization that has survived over the centuries. Photo: Vietnamnet.vn

Bang An tower in octagonal shape. Photo: Vietnamnet.vn

The porch is spacious, with the main entrance facing east to allow sunlight in. Photo: Vietnamnet.vn

The tower has two side doors. Photo: Vietnamnet.vn

The tower from the above. Photo: Vietnamnet.vn

The tower features geometric patterns at the junctions between the base and body, and the body and the top. Photo: Vietnamnet.vn

In front of the main gate, there are two sandstone statues of Gajasimha (a mythical creature with an elephant's head and a lion's body). Photo: Vietnamnet.vn

The shrine resembles a giant Linga, and the tower's layout symbolizes a Yoni, reflecting Cham religious beliefs. Photo: Vietnamnet.vn

Bang An' s shrine is in octagonal shape. Photo: Vietnamnet.vn

Inside the tower there is a Linga statue, a symbol of Shiva, but only the altar remains. Photo: Vietnamnet.vn

The top of the spire seen from inside the shrine. Photo: Vietnamnet.vn

The tower is made of baked bricks, with no visible mortar joints. Photo: Vietnamnet.vn

There is a stone stele engraved with ancient Champa characters in the tower's grounds. Photo: Vietnamnet.vn

Translated by Cam Hy