Chu Dong Tu Temple Hung Yen is known by many as one of the most famous tourist destinations for spirituality in Hien Street. Visiting here, visitors not only learn more about the immortal love of young Chu Dong Tu but also rediscover the peaceful values of the soul.
1. Introduction to Chu Dong Tu Temple
Chu Dong Tu Temple was formed sporadically in a number of localities in the Northern Delta and mountainous areas, concentrated mainly on the banks of the Red River. Currently, this temple is considered one of the “Four Immortals” of national beliefs. 
Chu Dong Tu Temple is a famous spiritual spot in Hung Yen
According to history, Chu Dong Tu temple is associated with a romantic love story between the daughter of King Hung 18 and a poor boy named Chu. To this day, this is still a legend about the most emotional and intense love of folk literature. 
This temple is associated with the love story of Chu Dong Tu and Tien Dung
Coming to Chu Dong Tu temple , visitors will enjoy the peaceful scenery of the northern countryside. Those are horizontal boats, deep green bamboo groves, white sand alluvial strips and even sunbeams brushing through the areca canopy. When you step into the dark place of Da Hoa Temple, you will feel like you will find yourself again, letting go of all the impurities in your heart. 
Tourists come here to admire and find peace in the soul
In addition, unique festivals will usually take place at these two temples every year. Being immersed in the bustling atmosphere of the festival with locals will give visitors an unforgettable cultural experience. 
Love festival at Chu Dong Tu Hung Yen temple
2. How to move to Chu Dong Tu Hung Yen temple?
To be able to move to Chu Dong Tu Hung Yen Temple , you can go down the Red River about 20km to reach Binh Minh wharf, where moving into two temples easily and quickly. In addition, if you go by car, you can go over Chuong Duong Bridge, turn right about 25km along the dyke road to reach Da Hoa temple. 
Moving from Hanoi to Chu Dong Tu temple takes only about 1 hour
3. What is in the Temple of Chu Dong Tu Hung Yen?
Chu Dong Tu temple includes 2 temples, Da Hoa temple, located in Da Hoa village, Binh Minh commune and Da Trach temple in Da Trach commune, Khoai Chau district, Hung Yen. If you have the opportunity to travel to Hung Yen , you should take some time to visit these two famous temples.
One of the outstanding works at Chu Dong Tu temple
3.1. Da Hoa Temple
Da Hoa Temple was formed in 1894 by Dr. Chu Manh Trinh built on the foundation of an old temple. The terrain here is high, wide and flat, rectangular with an area of up to 19,720m2. The main west direction of the temple will look straight to Nhien beach. In 1962, Da Hoa Temple was ranked as a historical and cultural relic by the State. 
Da Hoa Temple was built in 1894
The architecture of Da Hoa temple consists of 18 different large and small projects. Most of them are tiled with roof banks, at the tip of the blade is bevelled by the engineer in the shape of a boat, representing 18 Hung kings. 
The typical bow-shaped architecture at Chu Dong Tu Temple
The outside area is 7,200m2 wide without walls. Especially, there is a 28-storey beer house, 4 door directions and neatly located under the shade of old people. Visitors can move along the paved path to reach Ngo Mon Gate. Along the two sides of the road, there are guest houses and bell houses.
Ngo Mon area includes 3 doors: the main door is a tall building with 3 compartments, at the top of the roof is covered with bipolar moon, this door is only open when there are festivals taking place. Two doors on both sides are open to serve visitors. 
The main area of Ngo Mon Gate
Moving through the courtyard will reach the Great Hall, the harem, the Third Palace, the Second Palace and the Holocaust. Among them, the Thieu Huong building was built in the solemn and airy architecture. On the banks of the roof, the blades were carefully sculpted, decorated with all kinds of lions and dragons. The door of the hammock at the Second Palace is carved with fruits, chrysanthemums and phoenixes.
Inside Da Hoa temple is preserved many precious relics, especially a pair of Bach Tho jars. This is an invaluable national antiquity that has been preserved for many generations. There is also a beautiful bronze statue of Saint Chu Dong Tu and his second wife located in the harem area. 
Inside Da Hoa temple, many precious relics are stored
Coming to Da Hoa Temple, visitors can not only visit and admire many unique architectural values but also immerse themselves in the poetic and tranquil scene. An ideal space for those who are looking for a peaceful place to calm their souls. 
The sacred atmosphere at the temple gives visitors an indescribable sense of peace
3.2. Da Trach Temple
Da Trach Temple is located in a fairly open area next to Da Trach lagoon, so the air is quite cool and clear. In 1989 the temple was officially ranked by the State as a monument. 
Da Trach Temple has an airy and clear space
Da Trach Temple has a structure from outside to include bell floor, half moon lake, passing through the courtyard area is to the shrine with 3 buildings. The interior and exterior of the temple bring an ancient and sacred look. 
The temple is located next to Da Trach lagoon
4. Chu Dong Tu festival
According to Hung Yen tourism experience , you should visit Chu Dong Tu temple at the time of the festivals. Every year, on February 10-12 of the lunar calendar, the love festival takes place at Da Trach and Da Hoa temples. This is a typical cultural feature ofHung Yenpeople that has been preserved and developed throughout the nation’s development. 
Chu Dong Tu temple festival takes place from February 10th to 12th of lunar year every year
The ceremony takes place traditional rituals with solemn form. It is the procession of the holy procession with a group of dragons following behind the jubilant drum and gong. Following behind is a long line of people with unique costumes. The purpose of this ritual is to wish for a year of good weather, good crops. 
The procession of the holy procession took place solemnly
After the ceremony will come to the festival, this is the time most people look forward to. A lot of folk games took place such as cockfighting, blindfolded, swinging trees, going to the bridge, blindfolded and catching goats, … Interwoven with the games were many cultural performances, physical activities. The sport has attracted many people such as: badminton, swimming brush, chau van singing, mandarin singing, ca tru singing, dragon dance. 
The youth of the village dragon dance beautifully
The art performances attracted a large number of viewers
Especially every 3 years, the Chu Dong Tu festival takes place on a large scale, attracting a lot of visitors from all over the world to attend. On the holidays, people go to the festivities to create a bustling and bustling atmosphere. 
The influx of slaves walking around created a jubilant festival atmosphere
The Temple of Chu Dong Tu Hung Yen is now and is a fulcrum for the cultural and spiritual life of the Vietnamese people. That is the beauty of morality: “when drinking water, remember its source”, about fidelity in love. That philosophy of life is always immortal in the hearts of every Vietnamese person.
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