The Hung King Temple in Tay Do (Can Tho)

(CMO) In Can Tho, the recently inaugurated, majestic and spacious Hung King Temple has become a particularly sacred destination, attracting visitors from all over to offer incense and pay their respects.

Located on a large plot of land exceeding 39,000 ^m² in Binh Thuy Ward, Can Tho City (3 km from Can Tho International Airport), the project, initiated by former Chairwoman of the National Assembly of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan, began construction in 2019 with a total cost of over 129 billion VND.

The overall structure is stylized in the shape of a map of Vietnam, comprising the main gate, ceremonial gate, stele house, and main temple. The highlight of the overall design is the main temple, resembling a giant bronze drum, with a basement serving as an exhibition area for artifacts and a solemn shrine dedicated to the National Ancestor Hung Vuong above.

The temple grounds are meticulously designed, spacious, and convenient for worshippers and visitors. Every architectural detail depicts patterns commonly found on Dong Son bronze drums.

The Nghi Mon Gate is designed with four stone pillars that mimic the traditional roofs of Vietnamese houses, and it also serves as the main entrance to the temple area.

The main temple is built in a circular shape, enclosing 18 arched panels carved with bronze drum patterns symbolizing the 18 generations of Hung Kings.

The basement of the main temple houses an exhibition area displaying ancient artifacts and historical objects donated by various localities throughout the country.

To celebrate the inauguration of the Hung King Temple in Can Tho, artisans from Thanh Hoa province donated nine bronze drums named Cuu Long (Nine Dragons), which are currently on display there.

Surrounding the main temple are 54 pillars, symbolizing the 54 ethnic groups of Vietnam.

Recently, the inauguration ceremony of the project took place amidst the joy and anticipation of the people of Can Tho City in particular and the Mekong Delta in general. From now on, the land of nine dragons has another site of historical significance, serving the needs of research and study on the historical and cultural traditions of the nation during the Hung King era. Through this, it educates the moral principle of "drinking water, remembering the source," fosters national unity, and also serves as a cultural highlight of Can Tho City.

Huu Nghia

Source: https://baocamau.vn/den-tho-vua-hung-บน-dat-tay-do-a1902.html