A close-up view of the million-dollar village well in Nghe An.
(Baonghean.vn) - After its restoration was completed, Duong Quan well in Trung Phuc Cuong commune (Nam Dan district) has become one of the most impressive and beautiful village wells in Nghe An province.
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| According to local residents,wellThe Duong Quan well was dug by the villagers of Dong Vien long ago to provide water for daily use. Because the well is located near the main road, the villagers call it the Duong Quan well. After decades of neglect, the well was restored in 2021 by the people of Dong Xuan hamlet, Trung Phuc Cuong commune. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| The construction and renovation costs of over 1 billion VND for the well were raised from contributions by philanthropists, local people, and descendants of Dong Xuan hamlet living throughout the country. The well, with a diameter of 23.5m and a circumference of over 73m, was meticulously designed and constructed using blue stone and laterite within a 1,100 m² area.2Photo: Huy Thu |
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| The well's wall, 1 meter high, is constructed from 57 square columns and 59 intricately carved stone slabs. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| Thanks to its harmonious and detailed design, especially the separation of the well's walls and base, as well as the carving through the stone slabs to form a bell-like shape, the well wall is airy and aesthetically pleasing. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| The entrance to the well is bordered by two tall stone pillars and two beautifully carved dragons. On either side of the well entrance are two bas-reliefs inscribed with the well's name, the start date of its renovation, and the completion date. The well has a hinged door for convenient access by local residents. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| The inside of the well is as beautiful as the outside. The bottom of the well is lined with laterite stone. The well is connected to the fields by a large pipe. When the well is full, the water can overflow into the fields, or when draining the well, the water can be pumped out through this pipe. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| From the outside, to the right of the well is a commemorative plaque (over 2.5 meters high, listing the names of 500 organizations and individuals who contributed to the restoration of the Duong Quan well), a shrine to the well god, and a stone platform. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| Outside the well is a wide, concrete corridor, 5-7 meters wide. Around the corridor are electric lampposts for nighttime illumination, a system of pipes for pumping water to irrigate plants, and 24 stone benches for people to sit and relax. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| To the left of the well is a sign that reads "Rules for Duong Quan Well," listing regulations aimed at protecting and preserving the village well, such as prohibiting littering into the well and bathing or washing clothes in the well... Photo: Huy Thu |
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| Although the restoration of the Đường Quan well is basically complete, local people continue to beautify the area around the well, planting flowers and ornamental trees to make the village well even more beautiful. Photo: Huy Thư |
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| Mr. Phan Trong Khanh, head of the Duong Quan well restoration committee, said: Thanks to the concerted efforts of the people, the Duong Quan well has been restored.restoreAs expected, this is not only a historical landmark connected to generations of villagers but also a work of high artistic value. We are still contributing our efforts to transform the well into a "village park," a place for locals to relax, have fun, and enjoy themselves. Photo: Huy Thu |
