Phu Xa Temple

Phu Xa Temple

Phu Xa Temple (Dong Hai ward, Hai An district, Hai Phong city) worships Hung Dao Vuong Tran Quoc Tuan, a famous general of the Tran dynasty who made great contributions in the resistance war against the Yuan-Mongol invaders, 13th century. When he died, the people honored him as "Holy King". Local folk legends say: here, Tran Quoc Tuan set up many food warehouses, preparing for the Bach Dang campaign in 1288, and at the same time, a reward ceremony for soldiers with meritorious service took place before pulling the troops back. Van Kiep base. At the location of the ancient temple today, people also worship a local woman named Bui Thi Tu Nhien, who was responsible for taking care of military food and providing logistics for the Tran Dynasty's army at that time. Legend here also says that when the enemy was defeated, Ms. Bui Thi Tu Nhien and the villagers took care of production and building the village. As a result of the flood in the year of Canh Than (1320), the village was destroyed and people had to leave for other places to make a living. When the water receded, the villagers returned and began to restore the village. Ms. Bui Thi Tu Nhien mobilized people to repair the temple worshiping Tran Quoc Tuan. Phu Xa village was originally called Phu Luong, but during Tu Duc's reign (1848-1882), to avoid the name of her husband Bui Thi Tu Nhien, it was changed to Phu Xa. From the original small temple made of bamboo, thatch, and cork leaves, after many renovations, Phu Xa temple today has become a majestic architectural work of domestic and foreign style, with decorative artistic touches. The engravings and drawings bear the mark of the Nguyen Dynasty style of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. According to folk tradition, "The August anniversary of my father's death" is the 20th day of the 8th lunar month every year. The villagers prepare offerings and guard Saint Tran and Mrs. Bui Thi Tu Nhien solemnly to welcome people from all over. attend. Phu Xa Temple was ranked as a national monument in 1990. Source: Hai Phong Youth Union

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