Temple of King Mai Hac De - Special National Historical Monument
(Baonghean.vn) - With many great values, the temple of King Mai Hac De in Nam Dan town has been classified by the State as a Special National Historical Monument.
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| According to historical documents, King Mai Hac De, whose real name was Mai Thuc Loan, was born and raised in Ngoc Trung village, Dong Liet commune, now Nam Thai commune (his ancestral home was Mai Phu village, Loc Ha district, Ha Tinh province). In 713, he led the Hoan Chau uprising to overthrow the Tang dynasty's rule and establish the Van An state (713-722). Today, within the complex of relics related to King Mai in Nam Dan, there are two main places of worship: the temple dedicated to King Mai Hac De and the tomb of King Mai in Nam Dan town. In the photo: The temple dedicated to King Mai Hac De in Mai Hac De block, Nam Dan town. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| The temple dedicated to King Mai Hac De was established by the people long ago and was built in a grand style during the Nguyen dynasty. To date, the temple has undergone many renovations and restorations, and currently includes the following structures: the triple gate, waiting house, upper hall, middle hall, lower hall... Photo: Huy Thu |
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| The lower and upper halls are built in an eight-roofed, overlapping style. The eaves and gables of the halls are decorated with "two dragons facing the moon" motifs and other vibrant traditional themes. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| The upper hall is dedicated to the King and his family; the middle hall is dedicated to meritorious generals and soldiers; and the lower hall is where community ceremonies and worship take place. In the photo: Three altars dedicated to the King and his family in the upper hall. Photo: Huy Thư |
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| The temple dedicated to King Mai Hac De still preserves many valuable ancient artifacts, such as the royal throne, ancestral tablets, and couplets. In the photo: A majestic statue of King Mai Hac De is worshipped in the main hall. Photo: Huy Thu. |
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| Along with the temple of King Mai in the Mai Hac De area, in the Hung Son area of Nam Dan town, within the Hung Son valley, is the temple and tomb complex of King Mai, built in the "temple in front, tomb behind" style. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| At the temple complex, the structures are built in a symmetrical and harmonious manner. Beyond the entrance gate, there is a side gate, an incense burner, a temple well, two waiting houses, and a lower hall. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| The lower hall, upper hall, left wing, and right wing are built in the shape of the Chinese character "口" (mouth). The lower hall is dedicated to the community, while the left and right wings are dedicated to the First, Second, Third, and Fourth Pillars of the Four Dynasties. The upper hall is dedicated to King Mai, his mother, and Mai Thieu De. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| The King Mai historical complex and the King Mai Festival associated with these relics, held annually, are invaluable legacies affirming the enduring legacy of the Hoan Chau uprising and the life and career of King Mai in the flow of national history. After numerous renovations and restorations, the King Mai temple and tomb complex has been rebuilt in a magnificent manner. In the photo: The altar of King Mai in the main hall. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| According to Decision No. 1649/QD-TTg dated December 29, 2022, of the Prime Minister, the temple of King Mai Hac De in Nam Dan town has been recognized as a Special National Historical Monument. On the occasion of the 1310th anniversary of the Hoan Chau Uprising and the 2023 King Mai Temple Festival, the leaders and people of Nam Dan district will have the honor of receiving the Certificate of Recognition for the temple of King Mai Hac De as a Special National Historical Monument. (In the photo: King Mai's tomb behind the temple complex. Photo: Huy Thu) |
