Phu Do Communal House

Phu Do Communal House is a historical and artistic architectural relic ranked at national level, located in the middle of Phu Do Village, on the bank of the Nhue River, Hanoi. The name of the communal house is taken from the village place name, expressing the close bond between the relic and the local community. This land has a long history, associated with many legends about struggles to protect the country.

Through various periods, the village was once known by names such as An Huong, Huong Do, and Hong Do. From around the early 19th century, the village has been called Phu Do. The communal house is a place to worship the village tutelary god and commemorate figures who rendered services to the country and the people. The genealogical records of the communal house record the legends of the deities worshipped along with many stories handed down locally.

The spirit records also tell of Dinh Le, Dinh Du, and the legend of the founder of the singing profession, adding a distinctive cultural feature to the relic. These documents and legends help readers learn about the spiritual life, beliefs, and tradition of gratitude to ancestors of the local people. Visiting Phu Do Communal House, tourists have the opportunity to explore part of the history and culture of a rural village beside the Nhue River.