Di Trach Temple Festival

The traditional Di Trach Festival is held annually on the 10th day of the second lunar month to commemorate King Ly Nam De. The highlight of the festival is the solemnly organized traditional rituals of deity procession, incense offering, and worship ceremonies.

Di Trach Temple is dedicated to King Ly Nam De (Ly Bi) – the first emperor of the Van Xuan state. In the 6th century, he led an uprising against the domination of the Liang dynasty, regained independence for the nation, and founded the Van Xuan state in 544, beginning a period of autonomy for the Vietnamese people after centuries of Northern domination.
With his great contributions to the cause of building and defending the country, Ly Nam De is revered and worshipped by the people of Di Trach through many generations. The temple is not only a place for religious activities but also an address for educating today's generations about patriotic traditions and national pride.
Alongside the ceremonial part are many distinctive folk cultural activities that attract a large number of local people and visitors. The festival not only expresses gratitude to the national hero but also contributes to preserving and promoting traditional cultural values, creating the unique beauty of the land of Di Trach.