A review of the book ÓC EO CULTURE: NEW ARCHAEOLOGICAL FINDINGS AT ÓC EO – BA THÊ AND NỀN CHÙA SITES IN 2017 – 2020

Abstract

The book: Óc Eo Culture - New Archaeological Findings at Óc Eo - Ba Thê and Nền Chùa 2017-2020 has set an important milestone in the research process of Óc Eo culture - a typical cultural heritage of Vietnam and Southeast Asia. The book's ideas about the formation history and distinguishing characteristics of the cultural hub, the ancient city of Oc Eo - Ba Thê, were presented vividly and in great detail. The book details numerous brand-new and significant discoveries regarding the footprints, artifacts, size, and character of a bustling ancient city that originated in the current Oc Eo - Ba Thê region. A complex's functional diversity is demonstrated by the presence of temples, lakes, wells, settlements, and homes, craft production centers, trading posts, and other structures. Along with its economic importance, Eo Ancient Town once housed a sizable religious complex with numerous temples that vividly depict the fusion of Hinduism and Buddhism.