New Delhi: We have heard about many archaeological discoveries in the last decade. One such was the discovery of a Shiva Lingam, which was not discovered in India. The lingam was discovered in Vietnam. According to archaeologists, it was found in a group of archaeological sites on the Dong Nai River in Lam Dong Province. It is believed to be the biggest in Vietnam and one of the biggest in Southeast Asia.
About the Shiva Lingam
The Shiva lingam’s height is 2.10 meters and 0.7 meters in diameter, and the yoni’s side is 2.26 meters long. The site was founded in 1985, and the linga was found during an excavation. The linga was buried underground in a Hindu-influenced tower on a hill about 50 meters above ground level. Archaeologists believe the ruined architecture was built in the 7th-10th centuries.
Alongside the linga and yoni, a diverse array of artefacts was discovered at a depth of 3.56 meters. These include a stone Lord Ganesha statue, several gold pieces intricately carved with the likenesses of Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Shiva, animal figures, tridents, spears, and pieces engraved with Sanskrit. This rich and diverse collection of artefacts is a testament to the cultural complexity and richness of the past civilization that once thrived in this region.
The remains found on the archaeological hill are evidence of a brilliant civilization in the past, such as the lingas and the ruins of towers. The Cat Tien archaeological site, where the Shiva Lingam was discovered, played a significant role in this civilization. Though no documents support the site, archaeologists believe the main temple used to face the east and measured around 18 metres in height, indicating its importance in the religious and cultural practices of the past.
The management of the Cat Tien group of archaeological sites has told those interested in knowing where the findings are now that the artefacts are on display at the Lam Dong Museum in the resort city of Dalat.
It is situated at the Cat Tien archaeological sites, where there are other ruined temples where people used to pray and worship. The excavations from 1994 to 2001 resulted in the finding of many precious artefacts. These included stone columns and lintels with different motifs, gold pieces carved with deities and the old language Sanskrit, and ceramic and tile pieces estimated to have been made in the seventh century.
About the Cat Tien archaeological site
It is an archaeological site between two sectors of Cat Tien National Park, Cat Tien District, and Lam Dong Province, southern Central Highlands. The site was accidentally founded in 1985, and historians have debated its authenticity, adding an intriguing layer to its history. The hill temple 1A of Cat Tien features the largest lingam ever found in Southeast Asia, further fueling the debate and piquing the interest of archaeology enthusiasts.
The biggest Shiva Lingam was found in Vietnam during an excavation in 1999. The height of the linga is said to be 2.10 metres and 0.7 metres in diameter. Let us learn more about the linga. knowledge Knowledge News, Photos and Videos on General Knowledge
