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A thousand-year-old sacred temple by the Lam River in Nghe An province.

Huy Thu• February 29, 2024 10:44

(Baonghean.vn) - As one of the "four great sacred temples" of Nghe An province, Qua Son Temple in Boi Son commune (Do Luong district) is famous for its scale, artistic value, and sacredness, and has become an attractive destination for tourists from inside and outside the province.

Quả Sơn Temple is dedicated to Uy Minh Vương Lý Nhật Quang (the eighth son of King Lý Công Uẩn), who served as the Governor of Nghệ An from 1041 to 1057. During his 16 years as Governor, Uy Minh Vương Lý Nhật Quang achieved many glorious accomplishments: fighting invaders, defending the border, and developing Nghệ An into a prosperous region and a reliable base for the imperial court. Because of his great contributions, after his death, the people of Nghệ An erected many temples in his honor, including Quả Sơn Temple. The temple is built at the foot of Quả Mountain, beside the Lam River. Photo: Huy Thư

In the past, the temple was a massive, majestic, and solemn structure with 7 buildings and 24 chambers made of ironwood. In 1952, French colonial aircraft bombed the temple, causing damage and turning it into ruins. In 1996, with contributions from the people and support from the State budget, the temple was restored. Between 2020 and 2022, a restoration project costing over 70 billion VND was implemented, giving the temple its present magnificent appearance. Items such as the triple-arched gate, ceremonial gate, lower, middle, and upper halls, left and right side halls, the earth god's house, the traditional house, the mausoleum area, the ceremonial house, the warehouse, and the management building... were constructed, restored, and rearranged in a balanced and harmonious manner. Photo: Huy Thu

Besides worshipping Uy Minh King Ly Nhat Quang, the temple also houses altars for Dong Chinh King and Duc Thanh King - two other princes of the Ly dynasty... In the photo: Statue of Uy Minh King Ly Nhat Quang worshipped in the main hall. Photo: Huy Thu.

At Quả Sơn Temple, many ancient ritual objects are preserved, such as thrones, canopies, palanquins, large inscriptions, eight treasures, incense burners, and many other valuable artifacts. The temple was recognized as a National Historical Monument in 1998. Photo: Huy Thư

Every year, on the 17th day of the 12th lunar month, the temple holds a memorial ceremony for Uy Minh Vương Lý Nhật Quang, and from the 18th to the 20th day of the 1st lunar month, the Quả Sơn Temple Festival takes place. The festival was recognized as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2018. Photo: Huy Thư

The tomb of King Uy Minh Ly Nhat Quang within the temple grounds has been renovated and looks impressive. Photo: Huy Thu

The Quả Sơn Temple Festival is held annually to preserve, protect, and promote the cultural values of the nation, commemorate the merits of benevolent deities, express the tradition of remembering one's roots, meet the spiritual and cultural needs of the people and visitors from all over, contribute to traditional education, and strengthen community solidarity. In the photo: Visitors touring the traditional house of Quả Sơn Temple. Photo: Huy Thư

The Quả Sơn Temple Festival 2024 officially took place on February 28th and 29th (corresponding to the 19th and 20th days of the first lunar month of the Year of the Dragon) with many attractive activities, such as the opening ceremony, the announcement ceremony, the enthronement ceremony, the welcoming ceremony, boat races, sports competitions, and cultural performances… among which the acrobatic military parade, the procession of the deity, and the boat races were the important and unique highlights of the festival. Photo: Huy Thư

The sports tournament at the Quả Sơn Temple Festival attracted thousands of spectators, leaving an unforgettable impression on visitors. Photo: Huy Thư

A new feature in the landscape decoration at Quả Sơn Temple this festival season is the addition of many beautifully designed and attractive miniature scenes depicting the Spring and Lunar New Year. Photo: Huy Thư

At the Quả Sơn Temple Festival, visitors not only experience the ancient and sacred atmosphere of the festival but also learn more about traditional culture and enjoy and shop for famous specialties and agricultural products of Lường region. Photo: Huy Thư

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