According to reporters' records, during the holidays, Phu Tay Ho attracts a large number of people and tourists. Not only is it a familiar tourist destination, this place is also chosen by many people to offer incense, pray for peace and luck, creating a bustling atmosphere but still retaining the characteristic solemnity.
Many people bring offerings such as flowers, fruits, and incense to sincerely offer. The atmosphere is both bustling and solemn, creating a unique characteristic of the religious space in the heart of the Capital.
Streets leading to Phu Tay Ho such as Quang Khanh, Dang Thai Mai... are diverted by functional forces, there is no traffic congestion.
In the area around the Palace, many shops selling offerings and food have been arranged and arranged in accordance with regulations to avoid obstructing the flow of people coming to worship.
In addition, stalls selling birds, fish and snails serving release activities also attract many people to buy. Many people choose to bring these animals to Phu Tay Ho to perform the release ritual, with the desire to send good things and pray for peace.
The stalls displaying offerings are richer than usual, from cakes, candies, fruits, incense, gold coins to votive paper, xu xê cakes, peanut candy, roses...
Ms. Le Thanh Mai (58 years old, Quang Ninh) shared that this year her whole family went to Phu to perform the ceremony and it is also an opportunity to visit, admire the scenery and experience cultural spaces in Hanoi. She said that she also regularly goes to Phu to offer incense, praying for health, work, family prosperity and national peace and prosperity.
Located along West Lake, this place is not only a spiritual space but also a familiar sightseeing spot. After offering incense, many people take the opportunity to stroll around the lake, enjoy the airy atmosphere and take souvenir photos.
Ms. Tran Thu Huong (Hanoi) shared: "My family comes here not only to offer sacrifices but also to feel the traditional cultural atmosphere. Although crowded, it is very special, the feeling is completely different from normal days.
In addition, many international tourists come here. Rebecca, a French tourist, shared: "This is the first time I have set foot in a sacred place. I am very impressed with the spiritual space here. People come to pray very respectfully, creating a very special cultural experience that I have never seen before.
Although the number of people flocking is large, the work of ensuring security and order, and traffic diversion is still focused on. Functional forces and relic management boards are regularly on duty, guiding people to move, limiting congestion in the entrance area and parking lot.
The bustling atmosphere at Phu Tay Ho during the holidays not only reflects the need for spring travel and sightseeing, but also shows that spiritual life still plays an important role in people's lives.
In the modern pace of life, spaces like Phu Tay Ho are still places for people to find peace and send good wishes to themselves and their families.
