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Dong Son drums

Dong Son drums are really old instruments made in Southeast Asia a long, long time ago. They are made out of bronze, which is a special kind of metal that is very hard and shiny. The people who made these drums were really good at making beautiful designs on them that told stories about their culture and history.

The drums are shaped like big bowls with a flat top and a round bottom. Some of them are so big that they are taller than a grown-up person! The sound of these drums is really loud and deep, like a thunderstorm. People would use them to make music and also to communicate with each other over long distances.

Even though the people who made Dong Son drums lived a very long time ago, we can still learn a lot from them. Today, we still use drums to make music and communicate with each other. Plus, we can appreciate the beautiful designs and artistry that went into making these special instruments.