Chuong Duong Temple and Wharf

Chuong Duong Temple and Wharf (in Chuong Duong Commune) have long become a heroic symbol associated with the nation's history of resistance against foreign invaders. According to historical documents, this sacred temple was established to commemorate the merits of Duong Tam Kha – son of Jiedushi Duong Dinh Nghe, who reclaimed wasteland, eradicated wild beasts, and turned the alluvial riverside land into prosperous, fertile villages. Through many ups and downs of time and the flames of war (it was once burned down by the French colonialists in 1947), the temple was rebuilt by the people after peace to preserve valuable royal edicts and the traditional roots of the homeland.

Not far from the temple, toward the main riverbank, is the historic Chuong Duong Wharf (formerly called Chan Giang) – where the resounding victory of the Tran dynasty's army and people in the summer of 1285 was recorded. Under the brilliant command of Senior General and Grand Chancellor Tran Quang Khai, our righteous army defeated the invading Mongol Yuan forces, creating a decisive turning point for the liberation of the Thang Long capital. That song of triumph was later portrayed by the Tran general himself through heroic verses: "Seizing spears at Chuong Duong Crossing / Capturing the Hu at Ham Tu Pass".

In 2013, the Chuong Duong Temple and Wharf complex was honorably ranked as a national-level historical and cultural relic. Nevertheless, the area of the old river wharf still has concerns about planning or erecting signboards so that future generations will always remember a place that once shone brightly in the nation's epic of national defense.