Two whales washed ashore on the coast of Nghe An province.
(Baonghean.vn) - On February 8, 2019, the fourth day of the Lunar New Year, fishermen in Dien Thinh commune, Dien Chau district, held a burial ceremony for two whales that had washed ashore, in accordance with local customs and beliefs.
Earlier on the morning of the third day of Tet (Lunar New Year), residents of Hamlet 10, Dien Thinh Commune, discovered two whales (commonly known as "Ông Cá" or "Ông Cá") washed ashore, already dead. One weighed 70kg and was 1.5m long, and the other weighed 10kg.
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| The whale was given a proper burial by the people of Dien Thinh. |
According to the customs and beliefs of the fishermen, whales are symbols of guardian deities, helping fishermen to go out to sea safely. Therefore, the people and the authorities of Dien Thinh commune organized a solemn and ceremonial burial for the whale.
According to experienced fishermen, whales stranding on the coast at the beginning of the year is a good omen, signaling a successful year for fishermen and a prosperous life for the community.
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| A few years ago, the locals here successfully rescued a giant whale that had become stranded. |
The Dien Thinh coastline is a frequent stranding spot for whales. A few years ago, local residents successfully rescued a giant whale that had become stranded.
