Visiting Quả Sơn Temple festival brings 'bounties from the countryside' home.
Duc Anh•February 16, 2025 08:56
In addition to participating in the activities of the Quả Sơn Temple Festival (held from the 19th to 20th of the first lunar month), visitors can also choose to buy agricultural products with a distinct local character.
Located beside the picturesque Lam River, Quả Sơn Temple in Bồi Sơn commune, Đô Lương district, is a place of worship for Uy Minh Vương Lý Nhật Quang – the eighth son of King Lý Thái Tổ, who played a significant role in the exploration and development of Nghệ An province. Photo: Quốc ĐànEvery year, during the festival season, people from all over flock to Quả Sơn Temple to commemorate the contributions of the renowned general and pray for a peaceful and prosperous new year. Photo: Đức AnhIn the festival area, the calligraphy corner attracted many visitors seeking auspicious calligraphy for the new year. Photo: Duc AnhThe graceful brushstrokes on the red paper carry profound meaning, expressing wishes for a peaceful, successful, and happy new year. Photo: Duc AnhBesides being a festive occasion, visitors also have the opportunity to choose and buy fresh local produce. Photo: Duc Anh
Bundles of fresh, vibrant green vegetables, roots, and fruits, harvested from their home gardens, are displayed for sale right in the festival area, creating a simple yet captivating scene. Photo: Duc AnhBundles of fresh, vibrant green vegetables, roots, and fruits, harvested from their home gardens, are displayed for sale right in the festival area, creating a simple yet captivating scene. Photo: Duc AnhBundles of fresh, vibrant green vegetables, roots, and fruits, harvested from their home gardens, are displayed for sale right in the festival area, creating a simple yet captivating scene. Photo: Duc Anh
Visiting Quả Sơn Temple in the early days of the Lunar New Year, Mr. Mạnh Cường (Hưng Lộc commune, Vinh city) couldn't hide his delight: “Every year, my wife and I come here to offer incense and pray for a peaceful and lucky new year. After paying our respects, I often stop by the stalls in front of the temple to buy bunches of fresh green vegetables and delicious fresh fruits and vegetables grown by the local people. These simple, rustic products are not only clean and safe but also full of the flavor of the countryside, making family meals more warm and meaningful.” Photo: Đức AnhAmidst the vibrant atmosphere of spring, visitors can not only immerse themselves in solemn ceremonies but also have the opportunity to enjoy and take home simple yet heartfelt local products. Photo: Duc Anh
