Exciting traditional boat racing at Con Temple Festival

Thanh Cuong March 8, 2018 17:25

(Baonghean.vn) - With the participation of rowing teams from Hung Nguyen, Quynh Luu, Yen Thanh, Cua Lo, the traditional boat race at the 2018 Con Temple Festival took place in a very exciting and attractive atmosphere.

Immediately after the proclamation ceremony and the solemn procession by both water and land from the inner temple to the outer temple, tens of thousands of visitors from all over the world were immersed in the bustling atmosphere of the traditional boat race on the Mai Giang River. Photo: Thanh Cuong
The traditional boat race is an important part of the Con Temple festival program; it demonstrates the spirit of solidarity and the will to rise of the coastal people here. Photo: Thanh Cuong

Both sides of the river were packed with people, it was difficult to find a place to watch the race. Photo: Thanh Cuong
Thousands of tourists attentively follow every stroke of the athletes. Photo: Thanh Cuong
This year's race has 8 teams from 3 districts and 2 towns: Quynh Luu, Yen Thanh, Hung Nguyen, Cua Lo Town, Hoang Mai Town. Photo: Thanh Cuong
After two fierce races, the rowing team of Quynh Lap commune, Hoang Mai town won first place. Photo: Thanh Cuong

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