Thousands of pilgrims attend Tran Temple’s seal opening ceremony |
The ceremony reenacts a custom dating back to the Tran Dynasty (1225–1400), marking the date when mandarins resumed work after the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday. The event also reflects people’s wishes for national peace and prosperity and is aimed at educating younger generations about national traditions of remembering the source of the water one drinks. The ceremony was recognized as a national intangible cultural heritage and attracts thousands of visitors annually.