Ancient footprints on Chua Chan peak

(DN) - Chua Chan, the mountain known as the "Second Heavenly Mountain" of the Southeast, is not only famous for its majestic natural scenery, but also a cultural, historical and spiritual treasure hidden in the heart of Dong Nai. In episode 8 of the program "Going on a Day's Journey...", the audience will embark on an emotional journey to discover the secrets and sacred vestiges on the top of Gia Lao mountain, another name for the familiar Chua Chan mountain.

The journey back in time, to find the revolutionary base with the theme "Footprints of ancient people on Chua Chan peak", takes you to explore Chua Chan Mountain Nature Reserve in Xuan Loc commune. This place not only has beautiful, impressive images of nature but also preserves many traces of history.

The journey with two familiar MCs Dieu Hien and Minh Tuyet will not only stop at the landscape, but also open up a path to find the history, culture and secrets of the revolutionary base on top of Chua Chan.

Nowadays, it is more convenient for tourists to visit Chua Chan Mountain thanks to the modern cable car system. Photo: Dinh Dung

Chua Chan Mountain has been ranked as a national scenic spot since 2012 with many historical relics such as Ham Hinh Secret Zone, traces of the French Governor's Lodge, Buu Quang Pagoda, Lam Son Tu, Linh Son Tu... Through the program, the audience will hear more stories and witness each vestige that the mountains and forests have preserved over the centuries. Historical documents mixed with folk legends have woven layers of mysterious legends, creating an irresistible attraction for this mountain.

The highlight of the program is the sharing of veteran Do Thi Thuan, Trung Nghia hamlet, Xuan Loc commune and the meeting with Mr. Nguyen Hoang Gia, an employee of Chua Chan mountain cable car tourist area. Through the honest sharing of Ms. Thuan and Mr. Gia, the audience will have a clearer picture of a heroic period when Chua Chan mountain became a solid base of the revolution.

Amidst the rugged mountains and forests, the caves and streams were once safe havens, shelters for soldiers to overcome countless hardships and deprivations. Every inch of land, every tree and blade of grass here bears the footprints of steadfast soldiers. These memories convey a profound message about historical value and revolutionary spirit.

Veteran Do Thi Thuan, Trung Nghia hamlet, Xuan Loc commune, a special character of the program, with heroic memories associated with Chua Chan mountain. Photo: Dinh Dung

Meet Mr. Nguyen Hoang Gia, an employee of Chua Chan Mountain Cable Car Tourist Area. Photo: Dinh Dung

Ham Hinh secret base at the foot of Chua Chan mountain, which used to be the resistance base of our army and people during the war years. Photo: DVCC

Chua Chan Mountain today is not only a symbol of the past, reminding the next generation of the responsibility to preserve and promote the precious values ​​that the ancients left behind, but also a destination for tourists who love nature and spiritual culture. Let's follow the footsteps of the ancients with Dieu Hien - Minh Tuyet, feel the echoes of history resounding on the sacred mountain top and discover the historical and cultural values ​​on Chua Chan peak. Coming to this place once is to appreciate more the sacrifices of previous generations, to love more and be more responsible for every inch of our homeland.

The program “A Day's Journey”, theme: “Footprints of ancient people on Chua Chan peak”, broadcast at 10:15 a.m., Monday, October 6, 2025 on channel DNNRTV1 of Dong Nai Newspaper and Radio, Television or watch online via DNNRTV application (Dong Nai TV).

Phuong Dung - Thanh Thuy

Source: https://baodongnai.com.vn/van-hoa/202510/dau-chan-nguoi-xua-tren-dinh-chua-chan-47e120a/