This ceremony took place in a special context, when July 1 marked a historic transformation in the local government model, with provinces and cities officially operating under a two-level structure after the merger of administrative units.
The organization of this ceremony by the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha once again affirms the role of religion in accompanying the nation. This is a manifestation of trust, sharing and prayers for the stable, harmonious and sustainable development of the country. The three drum bells on the morning of July 1 are not only a collective spiritual invitation but also a pray for national peace and happiness, sending the energy of peace and solidarity spread from the land of Vietnam throughout the country's Buddhist cultural space.
The elegant drum bell, which has been a long-standing symbol of Buddhist culture, is associated with sacredness, order and the opening of knowledge. The implementation of this ceremony right at the time of transforming the local administrative model deeply but deeply demonstrates the connection between spiritual tradition and the country's modern reform.
The three beautiful drum bells ringing in the early morning of July 1 are not only the sound from the meditation place, but also the echoes of history, of faith, and of the harmony between religion and life. Thereby, Vietnamese Buddhism once again contributes to creating a positive spiritual atmosphere, accompanying the country on a new development journey.
The images below were taken at Quan Su ancient pagoda (Hanoi), the spiritual symbol of the capital on the morning of July 1, 2025.
