Cờn Temple, located in Quỳnh Phương ward, Hoàng Mai town, Nghệ An province, is a place of worship for the Four Holy Mothers. The annual Cờn Temple Festival features many solemn rituals, and a particularly indispensable part of the festival is the "flying palanquin procession"; the "Running and Vomiting" game for a good fishing season; and the traditional boat race, with spectators filling both sides of the Mai Giang river, creating an extremely lively festival atmosphere.
In 2016, the Cờn Temple Festival was recognized as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage. With its beautiful scenery, picturesque landscapes, and unique festival, Cờn Temple – the most sacred temple in Nghe An province – attracts a large number of tourists from all over.
![]() |
| The Cờn Temple Festival features many activities that reflect the unique character of this coastal village. |
![]() |
| Running and vomiting during the Cờn Temple festival. |
![]() |
| The traditional boat race is an important part of the festival program, showcasing the spirit of unity and the aspiration for progress of the people in the coastal region. |
![]() |
| The moment the palanquin is tossed about at the Fishing Festival - Cờn Temple 2023. |
![]() |
| After the ritual offerings of the Fishing Festival, guests and locals are allowed by the festival organizers to "grab blessings" for good luck. |
Nguyen Thi Minh Hai
Source: https://baocamau.vn/le-hoi-den-con-xu-nghe-a2086.html












Comment (0)