Ba Chua Kho Temple

Ba Chua Kho Temple worships Lady Ly Thi Chau (also known as Chau Nuong), a talented female general of the Tran Dynasty. She was once bestowed by the Tran king with the title 'Princess Manager of the National Treasury' and played an important role in managing national finances.

In 1983, Ba Chua Kho Temple was ranked as a historical relic by Hanoi City. In 1994, the temple was upgraded to a National-level Relic, affirming its special cultural and spiritual value.

At the relic site at Alley 129 Giang Vo is the place where she was born. Lady Chua Kho's real name was Ly Thi Chau, and she was respectfully called Chau Nuong by people. She was born in Vo Trai Village (now part of Giang Vo, Hanoi). Her father was Ly Quynh, an official in charge of the treasury in Thang Long Imperial City; her mother was Nguyen Thi Duyen, a capable and virtuous woman. From a young age, Lady Chua Kho was trained in both letters and martial arts, and was skilled in horseback riding, archery, and managing logistics and records. During the resistance war against the Yuan-Mongol invaders, she was responsible for managing the food storehouse to ensure military supplies for the campaigns. Not only that, she also disguised herself as a man and directly commanded soldiers and civilians to defend Hoan Chau Citadel. When her husband died in battle, she resolved to hold the food storehouse to the end but took her own life to preserve the nation's honor.

After her sacrifice, she was bestowed by the Tran king with the title 'Lady in Charge of the Storehouse' and a temple was built in her honor right within the storehouse area for the country to worship. In addition, Lady Chua Kho was granted 13 royal edicts by various dynasties, honoring her contributions, virtues, and sacrifice.

To make your trip smoother and more complete, you should note some important points below:

Dress respectfully; wear modest clothing and avoid revealing or inappropriate outfits.

Limit bringing bulky, unnecessary items to ensure convenience when visiting the temple.

Perform rituals correctly according to the instructions of staff or local people.

Because of the large crowds, you should be careful with your wallet, phone, and other valuables.

Keep order and avoid pushing or crowding when participating in worship activities at the temple.