When is it?

The Hung Kings Temple Festival is celebrated on the 10th day of the third lunar month in the Vietnamese calendar. This usually falls in April or May. In 2024, the festival will be celebrated on April 18th.

What is it?

The Hung Kings Temple Festival is a national holiday in Vietnam that commemorates the legendary Hung Kings, who are believed to be the founders of the Vietnamese nation. The festival is celebrated at the Hung Kings Temple Complex in Phu Tho Province, which is located about 80 kilometers north of Hanoi.

What happens during the festival?

The Hung Kings Temple Festival is a time for Vietnamese people to come together and show their respect for their ancestors. The festival is marked by a number of traditional activities, including:

• A pilgrimage to the Hung Kings Temple Complex: Thousands of people from all over Vietnam make a pilgrimage to the Hung Kings Temple Complex to pay their respects to the Hung Kings.
• A reenactment of the coronation ceremony of the Hung Kings: A grand procession and reenactment of the coronation ceremony of the Hung Kings takes place at the temple complex.
• Traditional music and dance performances: There are a number of traditional music and dance performances throughout the festival.
• Offerings of food and flowers: People make offerings of food and flowers to the Hung Kings at the temple complex.
• Sports and games: There are a number of traditional sports and games that are played during the festival, such as tug-of-war and boat racing.

What is the significance of the festival?

The Hung Kings Temple Festival is an important part of Vietnamese culture. It is a time for Vietnamese people to remember their history and heritage, and to show their respect for their ancestors. The festival is also a time for Vietnamese people to come together and celebrate their national identity.

Here are some additional facts about the Hung Kings Temple Festival:

• The Hung Kings Temple Festival is a UNESCO-recognized intangible cultural heritage.
• The festival is also known as the Giỗ tổ Hùng Vương.
• The Hung Kings Temple Complex is a popular tourist destination.
• The festival is a time for families to reunite and spend time together.
• The festival is a time for Vietnamese people to express their patriotism.