(Baonghean.vn) - In Tao Son commune (Anh Son), there is an ancient temple located along the Lam river. It is not large in scale but has many valuable objects. That is Sat Hai Dai Vuong temple.
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The temple is located on the riverbank in hamlet 2, Tao Son commune (Anh Son). It is not large in scale and is deteriorating, but Sat Hai Dai Vuong temple is preserving many valuable objects. |
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According to Mr. Nguyen Viet Dung (83 years old), the temple is a place to worship Sat Hai Dai Vuong Hoang Ta Thon - the god of rivers and seas, who is revered by the people as the founder of the river trade and has temples built in many places. Currently, there are no documents to determine the time of construction, but based on the architectural features and preserved objects, it can be affirmed that this temple is hundreds of years old. |
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The altar, palanquin, throne and other artifacts all exude an ancient and sacred look. |
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Bronze incense burner with sophisticated patterns and carvings. |
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All kinds of wooden sacrificial objects are deeply stained with the "color of time". |
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The wooden sacred crane placed in front of the altar was partially damaged. |
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The wooden gun is still preserved. |
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Many ancient festival flags and ceremonial costumes are still preserved here. Mr. Nguyen Viet Dung said that these flags and ceremonial costumes were used during the early spring festival, including the swimming festival. |
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This statue has also been preserved for a long time. |
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In front of the temple is a stone stele engraved with Chinese characters that are still clear. |
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Mr. Nguyen Viet Dung is currently keeping 4 royal decrees of the Nguyen Dynasty kings conferring on the gods worshiped at the temple. |
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The content of the royal decree of King Thanh Thai conferring on the god Sat Hai Dai Vuong, who is worshiped by the people at the temple. |
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The temple faces the river, and the two gate pillars are still preserved. Currently, the local government and people are mobilizing and contributing funds to restore the Sat Hai Dai Vuong temple, restore the festival to meet the spiritual needs and cultural enjoyment of the people, contributing to preserving the traditional cultural beauty of the homeland. |
Cong Kien