This marked the beginning of a series of rituals in the run-up to the death anniversary of the Hung Kings, who are believed to be the founders of the Vietnamese nation, on April 29th, the 10th day of the third lunar month this year.
At the Temple of Father Lac Long Quan and Mother Au Co, rituals were performed with the utmost respect and dignity, honoring the traditions and customs that have been passed down for generations. Delegates offered incense, flowers, and gifts as a sign of appreciation and reverence for their ancestors’ many accomplishments.
The participants also prayed for national peace, prosperity, and strong development.
The event, part of the Hung Kings Temple Festival and Culture & Tourism Week of Ancestral Land 2023, opened with a bang in Viet Tri City, Phu Tho Province, on the evening of April 21. Attendees of the grand event were treated to an array of colorful performances, traditional rituals, and other activities that showcased the unique culture and heritage of the region. Guests also had the opportunity to sample a variety of local delicacies and explore the many attractions the area has to offer. The festivities provided a wonderful opportunity to experience the rich history of the region and celebrate the spirit of the Vietnamese people.
The 10-day festival boasts a variety of activities, including the performance of intangible Vietnamese cultural heritages that have been recognized by UNESCO; an international conference focusing on Vietnamese tourism, culture, heritages, and sustainable development; a swimming and stand-up paddle board competition; the Northwest Tourism Fair 2023; and football and volleyball tournaments.
Over 2.5 million go on pilgrimage to ancestral land
Some 2.5 million people flocked to the northern midland province of Phu Tho to celebrate the annual Hung Kings Temple Festival as of April 23 (the eight day of the third lunar month), said the organising board.
Che jars in the Ede’s life
The Ede ethnic minority people in the Central Highlands have developed rich cultural values, which are closely associated with terraced field cultivation.
Hung Kings Worship – A Source of Strength for the Nation
It became a great significant cultural event of Vietnam when “The Worship of Hung Kings in Phu Tho” was officially recognized as an intangible cultural heritage of mankind by UNESCO. It is the first time the custom of worshipping the ancestors of a nation was honoured by UNESCO, thus adding another precious heritage to the cultural treasures of humanity.
Adopting technology in keeping ‘Xoan’ singing alive
NDO – As 'Xoan' (Spring) singing is faced with the risk of being lost forever, Hung Vuong Museum in Phu Tho province, with the help of several researchers, have put forward a digital solution to preserve the heritage.
Hanoi works to make its intangible cultural heritages more welcoming
NDO – Hanoi is now home to 18 heritages which have been recognised as national cultural ones. Over the past recent years, the municipal Department of Culture and Sports has coordinated with the local authorities to take measures to safeguard and promote the value of these heritages, turning them into tourist products which have benefited local residents.
