The newly inaugurated Ta Lang - Gian Bi Community Cultural and Tourism Center in Hai Van ward is both a cultural preservation site for the Co Tu people and an emerging destination for visitors to explore Da Nang’s ethnic heritage.
Located in the Ta Lang - Gian Bi resettlement area (formerly part of Hoa Bac commune, Hoa Vang district), now within Hai Van ward, Da Nang City, the Ta Lang - Gian Bi Community Cultural and Tourism Center is designed to promote ethnic heritage and community development.
Spanning 6,250 square meters, the two-story complex includes multiple functional areas: a main hall, an administrative building, public restrooms, and other supporting structures. The project broke ground on October 31, 2024, and was completed on June 28, 2025, with a total investment of nearly VND 15 billion (approximately USD 590,000).
According to the Hai Van ward People's Committee, the center will serve as a cultural and communal gathering space for 240 Co Tu households. It will also support the preservation and promotion of traditional values while enabling the development of community-based tourism.
Cultural space through images of the Co Tu people in Da Nang:
The Ta Lang - Gian Bi Community Cultural and Tourism Center stands as a new landmark in the resettlement area, featuring design elements deeply rooted in Co Tu culture.Built by the Cu De River, the center symbolizes the unity, creativity, and aspirations of the Co Tu ethnic group in the region.In front of the administrative building stands a traditional Co Tu cay neu (New Year tree), while the roof is made of natural materials.Architectural features showcase the artistic traditions of the Co Tu, with each structure reflecting the labor, rituals, and lifestyle of a vibrant mountain-dwelling community.
Open seating and shaded areas are arranged throughout to support cultural performances and tourist engagement.A highlight of the complex is the large public courtyard where cultural exchanges and community activities for both residents and visitors regularly take place.The center is a significant step toward preserving intangible heritage while also providing opportunities for locals to participate in the growing community tourism sector.