Tran Temple Festival, one of the largest and most meaningful festivals in the cultural and spiritual life of the people of northern Vietnam, is an occasion to honor the Tran Dynasty kings - those who have made great contributions to maintaining independence and protecting the country's borders. Every year, from the 13th to the 17th of January, people from all over the country flock to Tran Temple, Nam Dinh Province, to participate in the festival and pray for a new year full of luck, peace and prosperity. Tran Temple Festival is not only a place to express deep gratitude for the contributions of our ancestors but also a journey to explore the glorious cultural and historical heritage of the Vietnamese people.
Starting from the opening ceremony on the night of January 14, Tran Temple is immersed in a solemn and sacred atmosphere with a palanquin procession, a sacrificial ceremony and other traditional rituals. Thousands of people and visitors from all over the world gather here, in neat costumes, holding incense and flowers, full of respect. The sound of drums and gongs resounds loudly, blending with the smoke of incense, creating a scene that is both majestic and warm with national sentiment. At that moment, everyone feels the breath of history, the breath of the glorious feats that the Tran kings established to protect the country.
Following the ceremony are joyful and bustling festival activities. Folk games such as wrestling, human chess, and tug of war not only attract people but also bring joy and laughter to everyone, from old to young. When it comes to the Tran Temple Festival, it is impossible not to mention the seal opening ceremony - a ceremony that is considered sacred and especially important by the people. The Tran Temple seal opening ceremony is held with the humanistic meaning of praying for the country's peace and prosperity. The Tran Dynasty seal is engraved with the words "Tran Dynasty Chronicles" and "Tich Phuc Vo Cuong". The four words "Tich Phuc Vo Cuong" on the seal imply teaching descendants, hundreds of families to know how to preserve moral qualities, accumulate good fortune, the more blessings, the more sustainable the blessings. Legend has it that whoever receives the seal from the Tran Temple at the beginning of the year will have good luck, career advancement, and family peace. That's why thousands of people waited patiently all night for the chance to receive the sacred seal and take it home as a lucky charm.
In addition, the Tran Temple Festival is also an opportunity for everyone to learn about the precious historical and cultural values of the Tran Dynasty - one of the most brilliant dynasties in Vietnamese history. Stories about the three victories over the Yuan-Mongol army, the spirit of solidarity and determination to protect the country of the Tran Dynasty's army and people are vividly told through artistic performances and historical reenactments. Each participant of the festival seems to relive the heroic pages of history, proud of the patriotic tradition and the indomitable will of the nation.
Not only that, the Tran Temple Festival is also an opportunity for visitors to enjoy the specialties of Nam Dinh, from beef noodle soup to Kenh village rolls. The cuisine at the festival is not only delicious but also contains the culture and traditions of the indigenous people, making the journey to Tran Temple more complete and meaningful.
At the end of the festival, everyone carries with them deep impressions of a cultural space imbued with national identity, where the past and present intertwine, where love for the country is strongly aroused. Tran Temple Festival is an occasion to commemorate and honor the Tran Kings, opening up a journey to discover heroic cultural and historical values, contributing to preserving and promoting national identity for future generations.
Hoang Anh
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