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The Festival of Lady Chua Xu at Sam Mountain, a unique spiritual tradition in the sacred land of An Giang, has recently been acknowledged by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Lady Chua Xu at Sam Mountain – A Journey from Folk Belief to Intangible Cultural Heritage
The Festival of Lady Chua Xu at Sam Mountain was officially recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity on the evening of December 4, 2024, in Asunción, Paraguay. This is a moment of immense pride, not only for the people of An Giang but also for the entire Vietnamese nation, as this festival becomes the 16th intangible cultural heritage of Vietnam to be honored.
The festival takes place annually from the 22nd to the 27th of the fourth lunar month at the Lady Chua Xu Temple and the stone altar on Sam Mountain in Chau Doc. It is an occasion for the Vietnamese, Cham, Khmer, and Hoa communities to express their faith and gratitude to the "Mother of the Land – Mother of the Region," while also praying for peace, prosperity, and health.
The festival is a unique cultural and spiritual activity of the Southwest region. Its sacred rituals and artistic performances showcase cultural harmony. The event fosters community bonds and honors the Vietnamese tradition of "remembering the source when drinking water." It also promotes cultural exchange among ethnic groups in the region, solidifying its position on the world cultural heritage map.
The Spiritual Beauty and Unique Allure of the Lady Chua Xu Festival at Sam Mountain
Every year, the Lady Chua Xu Festival at Sam Mountain attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors. People from all over flock to Chau Doc to participate in this remarkable event.
Sacred rituals, such as the procession of the Lady from the summit of Sam Mountain to the temple, are conducted with great solemnity. The Goddess Worship Ceremony is also a key highlight within the spiritual cultural space. The festival offers a chance for people to immerse themselves in the beauty of unique religious traditions.
Beyond its spiritual significance, the festival also captivates visitors with the majestic natural scenery of Sam Mountain. Attendees can enjoy traditional artistic performances from various ethnic communities. This vibrant cultural space blends reverence with priceless heritage, symbolizing cultural unity and spreading humanistic values to international friends.
According to Mytour.vn
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Reference: Travel Guide by Mytour.vn
Mytour.vnDecember 6, 2024
