The Cham people treasure their houses as they preserve and continue the cultural traditions of their families and clans.

That sealed the transformation: A village once persecuted and isolated could now host visitors from across Vietnam and from around the world. Families opened up their homes to tourists.

"It rained in the house. Everything was soaked," said Harper ... He grew up in Illinois during the Vietnam War and enlisted in the Army at age 18. "I said, ‘I’m volunteering’ because ...

The Co Tu in the mountainous districts of Quang Nam Province regard the Guol as a sacred house for their cultural, social, and spiritual life. Guol is not only architecturally unique but also serves ...