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Although much time has passed, the evidence of the bloody massacre still remains at the Ba Chúc Tomb in An Giang. Where is the Ba Chúc Tomb historical site? How do you get to Ba Chúc Tomb? Let’s find out in the article below.
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About Ba Chúc Tomb
Ba Chúc Tomb is a renowned historical attraction in An Giang. It was recognized as a National Historical Site in 1980. The historical significance of the Tomb affirms the humanitarian values, righteousness, and patriotism of our people.
Visiting Ba Chúc Tomb always brings many emotions to visitors. This is where the remains of countless innocent people murdered during the incredibly fierce Vietnam-Cambodia border war are preserved. The structure contains the skulls of 1,159 victims massacred in this brutal war.
Where is Ba Chúc Tomb?
Alongside typical historical-cultural-spiritual destinations in the Thất Sơn region of An Giang, such as Bà Chúa Xứ Temple at Sam Mountain, the Óc Eo National Relic Site, etc., Ba Chúc Tomb is a must-visit location.
So, where is Ba Chúc Tomb? Ba Chúc Tomb is located in Ba Chúc town, Tri Tôn district, An Giang province. The Ba Chúc Tomb relic is a national historical site recognized by the Vietnamese government in July 1980. The site preserves 1,159 sets of remains – a tragedy caused by Pol Pot during the Southwestern border war between Vietnam and Cambodia.
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History of Ba Chúc Tomb
After the liberation of Southern Vietnam, the people of Ba Chúc focused on overcoming the war’s aftermath and building a peaceful, happy life. This peaceful atmosphere didn’t last long before the people had to face another haunting ordeal.
On the night of April 30, 191977, Pol Pot unleashed his troops to brutally attack and massacre our compatriots in 14 border communes of An Giang. In the 12 days from April 18 to April 30, 1978, a total of 3,157 Ba Chúc residents were massacred. Everywhere they went, they acted cruelly, looting property, burning houses, and destroying public works.
They mercilessly slaughtered our compatriots regardless of age or gender, using barbaric methods such as shooting, hacking, or beheading, impaling victims in sensitive areas, bayoneting before killing, or tearing people in half. Pol Pot also captured and killed many people in sacred places like Phi Lai Pagoda and Tam Bảo Pagoda.
After the massacre, Ba Chúc lay desolate, overwhelmed by profound grief. Over 30 diplomatic delegations, press agencies, and the United Nations visited the site to witness the horrific crimes of the Pol Pot regime. At the same time, the An Giang Red Cross assisted the local people in collecting bodies for cremation in April 1979.
At that time, the tomb was simply built in a hexagonal shape, with a prominent feature being four arms holding four bloody swords plunged into the ground. Later, in 2013, the Ba Chúc Tomb was rebuilt into a complex spanning about 5 hectares, including the tomb, a memorial house, an auditorium, and Tam Bửu and Phi Lai pagodas.
Directions to Ba Chúc Tomb
Although located far from the central area of An Giang, the route to Ba Chúc Tomb is generally quite convenient.
Directions to Ba Chúc Tomb from Long Xuyên City: Start on DT943, crossing Nguyễn Trường Tộ Street. After turning left onto QL91, follow DT948 towards Ba Chúc town, Tri Tôn district. The relic site will be on your right, about 2 km from the captivating Suối Ô Đá check-in point.
Directions to Ba Chúc Tomb from Châu Đốc: From Châu Đốc, head to Tân Lộ Kiều Lương. Turn left onto Tỉnh lộ 955A, then veer right at Phúc Loan garment factory, heading over the bridge to National Highway N1. You’ll then arrive at the Ba Chúc Tomb town area.
Ba Chúc Tomb Entrance Fee
As a historically significant location with immense importance to the people of An Giang, Ba Chúc Tomb is frequently visited. You can enter the site freely without any cost. Security guards at the tomb will ensure safety, and please remember to adhere to the regulations displayed for visitors. Once you’re at Ba Chúc Tomb, don’t forget to visit other famous nearby sites like Tam Bửu Pagoda or Phi Lai Pagoda.
What to Explore at Ba Chúc Tomb Relic Site?
Ba Chúc Tomb is a complex spanning approximately 5 hectares, comprising the tomb itself, a memorial house, an auditorium, and the Tam Bửu and Phi Lai pagodas.
The highlight of Ba Chúc Tomb is its architecture, shaped like an inverted lotus flower with 8 white petals. Each petal displays a group of remains categorized by different ages and genders. Here, visitors can learn about the course of the brutal massacre through images and detailed annotations recorded in the Exhibition House. Though the photographs have faded with time, they still vividly convey the profound sorrow, cruelty, and barbarity of the genocidal regime.
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At the ossuary exhibition area, incense is continuously lit by visitors who come to mourn the innocent victims. The tomb is designed with an open layout to lessen the sense of sorrow and gloom. Also within this exhibition house, visitors can witness the objects and weapons—such as stakes, awls, knives, and hammers—that Pol Pot used to brutally torture and kill the people.
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