Thap Canh Tien, Hindu temple in Bình Định Province, Vietnam.
Thap Canh Tien is a brick-and-stone temple standing on a small hill surrounded by rice fields and forests. The structure combines architectural features from both Champa and Khmer building traditions.
The temple was built between the 12th and 14th centuries during the Vijaya era, a period of intense cultural exchange. Its design shows how different architectural traditions merged together over time.
The temple displays intricately carved sandstone figures representing Hindu deities, along with decorated columns and arches that reflect religious artistic expression. These artistic details tell of the craftsmanship and devotion of earlier generations.
The site is accessible by car from Quy Nhon city and is connected to the surrounding rural landscape by field roads. Guided tours are available to help visitors better understand the historical context.
The temple's square footprint is oriented toward the east according to a precise cosmic design plan. The original entrance vestibule, called the antarala, no longer remains and its former location is a mysterious part of the site.
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