(Baonghean.vn) -With its unique scale of sculptural and carving art,It has existed for over 200 years.Danh village (Lang Thanh commune, district)Yen ThanhIt is a historical and cultural relic of ancient architecture preserved by the people.
"Father Nguyen Dinh Thuc incites parishioners."
 |
| Located amidst a densely populated residential area, the temple faces southeast, situated in a "mountain-backed, water-viewing" position with Chùa hill behind it and surrounded by fragrant lotus ponds. Danh Village Temple is also notable for its three-tiered, 8-meter-high, 86-square-meter ceremonial gate.2, is an original structure that has been preserved quite intact. Photo: Thai Duong |
 |
| The entire architecture and decorative art here are well-balanced, solid, and aesthetically valuable. Decorative motifs such as the "four mythical creatures" and "four auspicious plants" are sculpted in relief using lime mortar by artisans, serving both a decorative function and creating a graceful and lively atmosphere. The main gate is likened to a dragon tower rising like a wonder in the universe. Photo: Thai Duong |
 |
| At the two upper corners of the arch are two phoenixes depicted in a "phoenix dancing" pose, conveying the villagers' wish and aspiration for a bountiful harvest to the deities. Photo: Thai Duong |
 |
| The second floor is constructed similarly to the first, but smaller in size, featuring four prominent Chinese characters "Dai Duc Viet Sinh," meaning "Great Virtue Protects All Living Beings." Following these are two fierce-looking tiger-shaped ornaments, flanked by two turtles holding flower branches; the ridge is decorated with the "Two Dragons Worshipping the Sun" motif; the corners are adorned with curved eaves, and the roof is covered with scale tiles. Photo: Thai Duong |
 |
| The front of the second floor of the arch features two mythical creatures (Nghê) facing outwards. The back depicts two "phoenixes" (Phượng Vũ), while the two sides of the arched doorway are symmetrically decorated with tiger figures, interspersed with dragon motifs. Photo: Thái Dương |
 |
| The main hall and the sanctuary are the original architectural structures of the temple. The frame is made of spacious ironwood, interspersed with unique carving techniques; the roof is covered with yin-yang tiles. This is the most solemn part of the temple, dedicated to the White-robed Princess and various celestial and human deities who contributed to protecting the nation and its people, ensuring a prosperous and happy life. Photo: Thai Duong |
 |
| This place currently houses 49 artifacts, including 28 valuable antiques with clearly marked dates, possessing historical and cultural significance; especially noteworthy are 4 wooden printing blocks in Chinese characters and 2 ancestral tablets of great value. Photo: Thai Duong |
 |
| The Danh village temple also witnessed many important historical events of the locality, preserving valuable documents that help scientists understand and research the architectural art of this ancient cultural heritage. Photo: Thai Duong |
Sun
