The Monument to the Martyrs of Posts and Telecommunications in the Central Highlands introduction

The Monument to the Martyrs of Posts and Telecommunications in the Central Highlands: The eternal memories of the heroic fallen soldiers.

The Monument to the Martyrs of Posts and Telecommunications in the Central Highlands, managed by Dak Lak Telecommunications, a unit under the Vietnam Posts and Telecommunications Group, is located in the Ha Lan Pass area, Buon Ho town, Dak Lak province. The memorial was completed and inaugurated on December 22, 1999. This significant project is designed to honor and commemorate the 602 martyrs who valiantly sacrificed their lives on the battlefields of the Central Highlands (Dak Lak, Dak Nong, Gia Lai, Kon Tum, and Lam Dong) during the two resistance wars against France and the United States for the nation's liberation.

Up to the present time, the Memorial Monument has undergone a comprehensive restoration, which commenced on December 13, 2010, with the aim of preserving and enhancing the solemnity of the structure. It truly deserves to be a sacred place for worshiping the spirits of the martyrs.

The Monument to the Martyrs of Posts and Telecommunications in the Central Highlands is situated on a site covering an area of 3,600 m2. It comprises several main components, including the Statue and Monument, two bas-reliefs, an Inscription stone, a memorial area, a ceremonial area, and additional supporting structures such as an entrance gate and the surrounding wall system around the monument area. Additionally, there is an internal road system, greenery, and other amenities.

• The monument stands at an approximate height of 10 meters, constructed with reinforced concrete. At the pinnacle of the monument, the emblem of the Postal Department is intricately designed to stand out. The two sides of the monument are adorned with two faux-bronze bas-reliefs. Each bas-relief is a highly refined and skillfully crafted piece of sculpture, where artistic lines harmoniously combine to create a visually pleasing unity.
• In front of the monument stands a group of statues, each measuring 4 meters in height and crafted from a combination of concrete and steel, externally painted in faux-bronze. This statue group symbolizes three representative figures—forces that bravely participated in the battles in the Central Highlands. Each statue depicts a standing figure with a distinct posture and demeanor: 'Bo Doi Cu Ho,' carrying communication equipment on his shoulder and holding a walkie-talkie in one hand; the middle statue portrays an ethnic woman with one foot raised, facing forward with a proud posture, and a back carrying a traditional backpack, vividly representing the culture of the ethnic people in the Central Highlands; finally, the statue of an ethnic man with a robust physique, bare-chested, and wielding a digging hoe, a familiar tool for the people of the Central Highlands, symbolizing their life from birth to death. These statues vividly illustrate the historical figures who, together, carried out the mission of Posts and Telecommunications, demonstrating the unity and solidarity of the entire nation during the heroic years of struggle. They breathe life into the spirit of the great historical tales passed down to future generations in a complete and authentic manner.
• The inscription stone is positioned just below the front of the monument, meticulously engraved with the names, birth years, hometowns, workplaces, years, and places of sacrifice of the 602 martyrs.

• Memorial Area: This designated space serves as a place of worship for the great President Ho Chi Minh and houses memorabilia of the Postal and Telecommunications sector, including valuable historical information related to communication.
• Ceremonial Area: Spacious and airy, covering an area of 370 m2, paved with Granite stone in ethnic patterns, reflecting the cultural identity of the Central Highlands.
• The internal road areas and greenery planting zones of the Memorial Monument cover an area of over 1100 m2. The trees in this area are meticulously cared for, with many of them being planted by leaders in the postal and telecommunications sector throughout different periods, starting from the construction of the Memorial Monument until now. Currently, the Memorial Monument has cultivated more than 20 types of trees, ranging from small to large, providing richness and diversity to the landscape. These include species such as Bauhinia, Bodhi tree, Pine, Ironwood, and many others. Notably, the oldest tree, planted on November 6, 2000, is over 22 years old and was planted by Mr. Do Trung Ta, who was the Minister of the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications of Vietnam at that time.

The Memorial Monument is not just a prominent architectural structure; it stands as a symbol of respect and gratitude for the soldiers who sacrificed themselves in the crucial task of transmitting important information and maintaining communication during the two resistance wars against the French and American invaders. It holds immense historical significance and profound educational values, emphasizing the traditions and the principle of 'Remembering the Source.'

As one walks through the solemn space of the Memorial Monument, an overwhelming sense of appreciation and deep emotion takes hold. It has transformed into a sacred place where boundless inspiration is drawn from the heroic stories of those who selflessly gave their blood and bones for the country. Let The Monument to the Martyrs of Posts and Telecommunications in the Central Highlands be a blazing flame of powerful inspiration, illuminating our souls with a profound sense of responsibility and pride on the journey to build a bright and prosperous future for our nation.