HISTORICAL RELIC OF LINH SON CO MIEU

HISTORICAL RELIC OF LINH SON CO MIEU

Linh Son Ancient Temple is located at Thoi Hoa 1, Thoi Long Ward, O Mon District. This is not only the belief base of the Chinese people but also a solid Chinese foundation, contributing to protecting the revolution in the two resistance wars against foreign invaders. According to the elders, after a group of Chaozhou Chinese people came to Thoi Hung village (now Thoi Long ward) and saw the fertile land, they settled down to make a living here. In 1890, people decided to build the first temple made of leaves to worship Quan Thanh De, and at the same time create conditions for contact with Chinese groups far away from their homeland. In 1930, the temple was rebuilt firmly with wood and the roof was covered with yin and yang tiles. Later, it was renovated many times in 2002 and 2004, making the temple more and more spacious and carrying a certain aesthetic value. Linh Son Co Mieu is located on an area of ​​517.5 m2 and was built in the national-shaped architectural style, with rows of houses arranged perpendicular to each other including: front hall, natural yard, main hall, on the left of the temple is the state house. details, on the right is the gate to the Chinese cemetery, creating a space in the middle called Thien Tinh yard. The temple is surrounded by a fence with iron bars, the main side facing Bang Tang canal. On both sides of the door are a pair of tureens praising the saints worshiped at the Temple: “A thousand years of righteousness and bravery are unmatched. The eternal star is the number one person". The walls inside the Temple are decorated with paintings of Chinese classics, natural landscapes... creating a feeling of closeness and solemnity in the place of worship. The truss system is supported by 4 circular columns embossed in the shape of dragons called dragon pillars. Between the front hall and the quiet courtyard is a pair of "torches and cranes". Next is the Thien Tinh courtyard, the main hall decorated with blue "two dragons flanking the tai chi", below is a screen decorated with lions, mountain and river scenes, apricot, orchids, chrysanthemums, and bamboos symbolizing warm wishes. full, peaceful, happy. The main object of worship at Linh Son Co Mieu is Quan Thanh De Quan; In addition, Linh Son Co Mieu also worships the Earth God, the First Sage, the Later Sage... The worship statues at the Temple are carved in the style of round statues, very simple and rustic, expressing personality through each character's facial expressions, both close to mortals, while also carrying the majesty of the divine world. The architectural style and festivals at Linh Son Co Mieu have contributed to reflecting the typical folk culture of the Chinese people in Can Tho city. From 1950 - 1975, the main hall of Linh Son Co Mieu was also used as a meeting place for revolutionary cadres. Under the altar of the gods is a secret vault that can accommodate 4-5 people. The cellar door is right in the middle of the altar, previously disguised as the Earth God altar. Behind the wooden wall of the back office is also the exit to the cellar disguised by a hibiscus fence. Although many times suspicious enemies came to search everywhere in the Temple, thanks to skillful camouflage and the support of Chinese people, the revolutionary cadres were safely protected. Therefore, Linh Son Co Mieu is not only a religious base but also a historical relic recording the revolutionary struggle of the Chinese people in Can Tho. Linh Son Co Mieu was ranked as a historical relic by Can Tho City People's Committee on March 31, 2008. Source: Can Tho City People's Committee

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