Queen Mother Y Lan's real name was Le Thi Yen (1044-1117), from Tho Loi village, Thuan Thanh district, Bac Ninh province, now Duong Xa commune, Gia Lam district, Hanoi . She was a concubine of King Ly Thanh Tong (appointed as Nguyen Phi) and the mother of King Ly Nhan Tong. With her perseverance in learning, Nguyen Phi Y Lan helped the king do well in the court's work, twice taking over the king's regency, helping the country to be peaceful and prosperous.
To commemorate her merits, the people honored her as “Quan Am Nu” and built a temple in her hometown called Nguyen Phi Y Lan Temple (also known as Ba Tam Temple). In 1996, Nguyen Phi Y Lan Temple and Linh Nhan Tu Phuc Pagoda (built by her in 1115) were ranked.
On the occasion of the 1,000th anniversary of Thang Long-Hanoi, Gia Lam district and the people of Duong Xa commune built a statue of Queen Mother Y Lan, standing 9.1m high and weighing 30 tons. The statue is confirmed to be the largest pure bronze statue in Vietnam. Every year, from the 19th to the 22nd of the second lunar month, local people organize a festival at Ba Tam temple and pagoda to show gratitude and commemorate her merits.
In the traditional festival of Ba Tam Temple and Pagoda, an important ritual is indispensable, which is the procession of saints from villages and residential groups to the relic site, the place of worship of Linh Nhan Hoang Thai Hau Y Lan - a woman who made great contributions to the country and people.
Speaking at the opening ceremony of the festival, Mr. To Huu Vinh, Chairman of the People's Committee of Duong Xa commune, said: Royal concubine Y Lan was honored as the Mother of the world, the Supreme Spirit... With the philosophy of "When drinking water, remember its source", in recent years, Duong Xa commune has always done a good job of managing, preserving and promoting the value of the historical and cultural relic of Ba Tam temple and pagoda. Many treasures at the relic cluster have been protected and preserved, including a pair of stone lions from the Ly dynasty and a gilded wooden altar from the Mac dynasty that have been recognized as National Treasures.
The Ba Tam Temple and Pagoda Festival in 2025 will take place over 6 days, from March 15 to 20 (February 16 to 21, At Ty year) with important rituals such as incense offering and sacrifices.
In addition, when coming to the festival, people and tourists can also participate in many other exciting activities such as: Spring At Ty 2025 poetry exchange; traditionaleducation program introducing and learning about the life and career of Princess Y Lan; "Party-Spring-Nation" mass art festival; practicing the culture of Mother Goddess worship; sports activities... In particular, visitors have the opportunity to experience the processing and enjoy the culinary specialties of Duong Xa commune.
The Ba Tam Temple and Pagoda Festival is held to pay tribute to the talented and virtuous son of Duong Xa, Gia Lam; at the same time, contribute to educating the tradition of patriotism in all classes of people; raise awareness and responsibility in protecting, preserving and promoting the values of heritage, culture and history.
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Processions of saints return to the relic site of Queen Mother Y Lan. |
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The palanquin bearers were carefully selected from strong, healthy young men in the villages. |
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Many performances were performed at the opening ceremony. |
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Delegates and crowds attended the opening ceremony. |
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Delegates offered incense in memory of Queen Mother Y Lan. |
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Ritual at the temple of Queen Mother Y Lan. |
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Visitors learn about the life and career of Imperial Concubine Y Lan. |
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Many traditional art forms are performed during the festival. |
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| Sports competitions attract the attention of many people. |
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