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Tracing the origins of Hung Temple (Phu Tho)
Like a majestic anthem echoing through thousands of years of history, the Hung Kings Commemoration Day - Hung Temple Festival is an opportunity for every Vietnamese person to cultivate patriotism, national pride, and to remember the immense contributions of the Hung Kings in founding and defending the nation. Heading towards Hung Temple - a special historical site of the nation, visitors will be immersed in a sacred and majestic atmosphere, a place that marks the glorious chapters of the nation's history.
Heading towards Hung Temple, visitors will be immersed in a sacred and majestic atmosphere, a place that marks the glorious chapters of the nation's history.
The highlight of the Hung Kings Commemoration Day holiday is the Hung Temple Festival, with many solemn and sacred rituals such as: the palanquin procession, the commemoration ceremony for the national ancestor Lac Long Quan, the incense offering ceremony to commemorate the Hung Kings… Visitors will be immersed in the lively and vibrant atmosphere of the festival, participating in traditional folk games such as tug-of-war, throwing the ball, playing chess, and enjoying the specialties of the ancestral land.
Besides the Hung Temple Festival, visitors also have the opportunity to explore the rich culture and tourism of Phu Tho province. Visit Hung Lo ancient village - the birthplace of 18 Hung kings, where unique traditional cultural values of the nation are preserved. Explore the Dong Co archaeological site to learn about ancient Vietnamese civilization. Or experience ecotourism at Xuan Son National Park with its diverse ecosystem and majestic natural scenery.
The highlight of the Hung Kings Commemoration Day holiday is the Hung Temple Festival, with its many solemn and sacred rituals.
"Chill" at Duong Lam ancient village (Hanoi)
Instead of bustling and crowded tourist destinations, many people choose to seek out the peaceful and rustic atmosphere of Duong Lam ancient village, located only about 45 km from Hanoi. Stepping into Duong Lam ancient village, visitors feel as if they have entered another world, completely separate from the noise and hustle of the city. The centuries-old houses, built with laterite bricks and stone, with moss-covered tile roofs, offer visitors a sense of peace and tranquility.
The highlight of Duong Lam ancient village is Mong Phu communal house - the oldest communal house in Vietnam, built in the 17th century. Mong Phu communal house is dedicated to Saint Tang - a deity considered to have played a leading role in the exploration and founding of the nation. The architecture of Mong Phu communal house bears the strong imprint of the feudal period with its exquisite and majestic carvings.
Stepping into the ancient village of Đường Lâm, visitors feel as if they have entered another world, completely separate from the hustle and bustle of the city.
In addition, visitors can also explore many other historical sites in the village such as Mong Phu stone church, ancient wells, old houses, etc. Each site possesses its own historical and cultural value, contributing to the attractiveness of Duong Lam ancient village.
During the Hung Kings Commemoration Day, the ancient village of Duong Lam becomes even more vibrant with many unique cultural activities. Visitors can participate in activities such as rice cake wrapping competitions, tug-of-war, and Quan Ho folk singing... This is an opportunity for visitors to experience the traditional culture of the Vietnamese people and learn more about the nation's history of founding and defending the country.
These centuries-old houses are built with laterite bricks and stone, their moss-covered tile roofs stained with the colors of time.
Experience picking ripe red plums in Moc Chau (Son La).
Spring in Northwest Vietnam gently beckons visitors with its vibrant flowers, winding roads, and fresh, cool air. If you're looking for an ideal destination for your Hung Kings' Commemoration Day trip in April, Moc Chau is the perfect choice.
Moc Chau in April is as beautiful as a watercolor painting, adorned with the lush green of the Moc Chau tea hills. Famous for its vast Moc Chau plateau, it boasts majestic and romantic natural scenery. Visitors can conquer Pha Luong peak – the "roof of Northwest Vietnam" – to admire the panoramic view of the picturesque Moc Chau. Or explore Ang village – a peaceful village with rustic stilt houses, immerse yourself in the pristine nature, and experience the life of the Thai ethnic people.
If you're looking for an ideal destination for your Hung Kings Commemoration Day trip in April, Moc Chau is the perfect choice for you.
Moc Chau attracts tourists not only with its beautiful natural scenery but also with its rich and unique cuisine. Visitors can enjoy local specialties such as stir-fried veal, mustard greens, pure fresh cow's milk, Moc Chau plums, and more.
In addition, visitors to Moc Chau can participate in many exciting experiential tourism activities such as plum picking, camping, trekking, etc. Each activity offers visitors new and memorable experiences.
When visiting Moc Chau, tourists can participate in many exciting experiential tourism activities such as plum picking, camping, trekking, etc.
Ninh Binh, the "Land of the Ancient Capital," during the golden rice harvest season.
Ninh Binh – the "land of the ancient capital" with its historical and cultural relics and majestic natural landscapes – is the ideal destination for this year's Hung Kings Commemoration Day holiday.
Ninh Binh is known as the "Ha Long Bay on land" with its majestic caves, limestone mountains, and picturesque rivers. Visitors can explore famous locations such as Trang An, Tam Coc - Bich Dong, Cuc Phuong National Park, and Van Long Nature Reserve. They can also participate in activities like trekking, cave exploration, and birdwatching.
Ninh Binh – the "land of the ancient capital" with its historical and cultural relics and majestic natural landscapes – is the ideal destination for this year's Hung Kings Commemoration Day holiday.
In addition, April is also an ideal time for tourists to visit Ninh Binh to immerse themselves in the peaceful countryside with the vibrant golden hues of ripening rice fields and experience the unique cultural beauty of this ancient capital region.
In April, when the rice fields turn a golden yellow and stretch as far as the eye can see, Ninh Binh takes on a simple, rustic, yet incredibly captivating beauty. Tourists can go kayaking on the fields.Ngo Dong RiverIt's idyllic, immersing yourself in the golden rice fields, feeling the fragrant scent of rice blending with the breeze and the cheerful chirping of birds.
April is the ideal time for tourists to visit Ninh Binh and immerse themselves in the peaceful countryside, bathed in the vibrant golden hues of ripening rice fields.
