Bac Ha Temple Festival

Bac Ha Temple Festival is held on the 7th day of the 7th lunar month every year, at Bac Ha Temple, Bac Ha town, Bac Ha district, Lao Cai province to commemorate the death of National Duke Vu Van Mat, who was He was instrumental in suppressing rebellions, pacifying the people, and defending the Northwest region in the 16th and 17th centuries.

The Ceremony includes: incense offering ceremony, men's ceremony, women's ceremony, palanquin procession.

During the festival, in addition to welcoming musical performances imbued with the local national cultural identity such as Xoe dancing, there will be many unique sports activities such as stick pushing, cockfighting, tug of war, Chinese chess…

 The temple was built in the late 19th century, worshiping two brothers Vu Van Uyen and Vu Van Mat, on Ngoc Uyen cave (present-day Bac Ha region). Commemorating the merits of Vu Van Uyen, Vu Van Mat, generals and chiefs, for fighting the enemy and suppressing rebellions, defending a large area, and mobilizing local ethnic minorities to defend the northern mountains. prevent the enemy from invading the border.

With respect and gratitude to the Heroes who have contributed to the people, the country and the land of Bac Ha. The image of Bac Ha Temple in Lao Cai is a cultural heritage of great significance in the historical development process of a land at the top of the country. A place of traditional education to build and protect the Fatherland for today and future generations.