A closer look at the 'first-class village well' that underwent a multi-million dollar renovation in Nghe An.
(Baonghean.vn) - After restoration, with its magnificent scale and distinctive artistry, Dong Son well in Trung Phuc Cuong commune, Nam Dan district, is considered by many to be among the "finest wells," a rare find in Nghe An.
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According to local elders, the Dong Son well at the foot of Dong Son mountain was dug by the villagers of Duong Lieu hundreds of years ago for daily water use. After many years, only traces remain. In order to preserve and protect the traditional beauty of the homeland, In 2019, the people of Duong Lieu village, now part of Trung Chinh and De Dinh hamlets in Trung Phuc Cuong commune, decided to restore and renovate the village well. After 5 months of construction, the Dong Son well was inaugurated in early 2020. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| The funds for the well's renovation (over 1 billion VND) were raised from contributions by local residents, philanthropists, and descendants of Duong Lieu village living and working throughout the country. The well was meticulously designed and constructed on an area of 1,216 m2, with the well itself occupying 796 m2, primarily using blue stone. The well's base has a diameter of 9 m, and its mouth has a diameter of 16 m. The well has a single access point on the east side, bordered by two pillars adorned with beautifully carved dragons. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| From the outside, to the left of the well entrance is a plaque bearing the well's name, inscribed in calligraphy on stone, and a commemorative stele recording the contributions of over 100 groups and individuals who helped build and renovate the Dong Son village well. Photo: Huy Thu |
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A close-up view of the inside of the Dong Son stone well. Mr. Tran Van Cong (70 years old), a resident of Trung Chinh hamlet, said: "In the past, the Dong Son well was an important source of water for Duong Lieu village. Later, the well supplied water to the Nam Nam Regional General Hospital." Photo: Huy Thu |
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| The well's walls, approximately 0.8 meters high, are constructed from 40 blue stone slabs and dozens of stone columns carved with images of the "four seasons," lotus flowers, and other motifs on both sides. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| The area outside the well is paved with a nearly 1-meter wide walkway around it. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| The well is connected to the outside by a large pipe. This pipe is where the water drains from the well each time it is inspected. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| To the south of the well stands a large incense burner, where villagers light incense to worship the dragon god and the lord of the well's energy, and to commemorate the heroic martyrs resting on the summit of Dong Son mountain. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| To protect the village well, local residents erected a sign reading "Dong Son Well Regulations" near the entrance, with rules such as strictly prohibiting littering into the well, and forbidding children from swimming or washing clothes in the well. The well is surrounded by a wall and has a gate, planted with ornamental trees and fitted with many stone benches for people to relax. (Photo: Huy Thu) |
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| Speaking about the stone well in his village, Mr. Hoang Nghia Lan - Head of Trung Chinh hamlet, Trung Phuc Cuong commune, shared: "Thanks to the unity and solidarity of the people, Dong Son well has been renovated and is now in a magnificent state. It is not only a vivid historical relic, preserving many memories of the people, but also a proud work of art of our homeland." (Photo: Huy Thu) |
