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At the festival

The festival aimed to mark the 717th death anniversary of General Tran Hung Dao (or Tran Quoc Tuan), one of the most revered figures in Vietnam’s history.

Under the Tran Dynasty (1225-1400), the Supreme Commander led the Dai Viet (Great Vietnam) army to victories over three major Mongolian invasions, making him one of the most accomplished military strategists in the world history. He passed away on the 20th day of the eight lunar month in 1300 at the age of 70.

To commemorate the hero, local residents built Kiep Bac temple, which was recognized as a national heritage site in 1962 and a special national heritage site in 2012.

The festival featured a range of traditional rituals and cultural activities such as incense-offering ceremonies, a water puppetry festival and a military parade on river.

Covering an area of more than 8 hectares in Chi Linh town, the Con Son - Kiep Bac historical site is closely associated with the lives and careers of Tran Hung Dao and great poet Nguyen Trai (1380-1442), who was recognized as a Great Man of Culture of the World by UNESCO in 1980.

The Con Son - Kiep Bac spring and autumn festivals were recognized as national intangible cultural heritage in 2012.

The Autumn Festival will last until October 9.

Source: VNA