At the beginning of the year, people flock to spring festivals

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Nghe An - In the early days of Binh Ngo 2026, tens of thousands of tourists flocked to relics and scenic spots in Nghe An to offer incense and admire the scenery.

In the early spring days of Binh Ngo, Nghe An became an attractive destination for tens of thousands of tourists and Buddhists from all over the country. From historical sites, scenic spots to famous pagodas, the bustling, sacred and cozy spring travel atmosphere has covered all localities.

In particular, Dai Tue Pagoda, Phuc Lac Pagoda, Ong Hoang Muoi Temple and Kim Lien Relic Area are destinations that attract a large number of people and tourists to visit, offer incense, and pray at the beginning of the year.

Người dân dâng hương tưởng niệm Bà Hoàng Thị Loan, thân mẫu Chủ tịch Hồ Chí Minh. Ảnh: Ngọc Anh
People offer incense to commemorate Mrs. Hoang Thi Loan, mother of President Ho Chi Minh. Photo: Ngoc Anh

On the morning of February 20, the opening ceremony of the "Great Tue Spring Festival 2026" took place at Dai Tue Pagoda, Dai Hue commune with the participation of thousands of Buddhists and pilgrims from all directions. A solemn and sacred atmosphere covered the festival space. With the theme "Shining the Way in Life", the festival is not only a spiritual event but also an opportunity for everyone to return to peace in their souls, towards a new year of peace and prosperity.

The opening ceremony impressed with unique art programs, along with many cultural and sports activities imbued with national identity such as traditional martial arts, sand painting, Vi singing, Giam singing in Nghe region and unique folk arts performances.

Các Phật tử dâng hương tại chùa Đại Tuệ. Ảnh: Ngọc Anh
Buddhists offer incense at Dai Tue Pagoda. Photo: Ngoc Anh

Phuc Lac Pagoda (Nghi Loc commune) is also a familiar destination for people and tourists in the first days of the new year. With the 42m high Shakyamuni Buddha statue - one of the largest Buddha statues in the North Central region, Phuc Lac Pagoda is a spiritual symbol, attracting thousands of people to offer incense and pray for peace. This year, the pagoda is decorated brilliantly with old Tet miniatures, recreating the traditional rural space, attracting a large number of young people to visit and take photos.

Kim Lien relic site (Kim Lien commune) is a spring tourist destination that cannot be missed for people and tourists when coming to Nghe An. In the first days of Binh Ngo 2026, tens of thousands of people pilgrained to Uncle Ho's hometown to commemorate President Ho Chi Minh.

During the Lunar New Year, many families do not mind the long distance, traveling thousands of kilometers to offer incense at the place where Uncle Ho was born and raised. Children far from home and agencies and businesses also come to offer flowers, report achievements and show their determination to perform well in the new year.

The relic site management board has prepared carefully, from decorating spring miniatures to organizing exhibitions about President Ho Chi Minh's life and career. Besides spiritual activities, welcoming visitors at Kim Lien Relic Site is also an opportunity for each citizen to better understand his simple but great life, as well as honor the noble moral and ideological values he left behind.

Mr. Tran Xuan Cuong - Deputy Director of Nghe An Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism said that at the beginning of the year, relics and scenic spots in the province attracted a large number of tourists from all directions. Localities have proactively ensured security and order, environmental sanitation and created the most favorable conditions for people and tourists.

The reception and service work at relic areas and points is also carried out thoughtfully, helping everyone participate in festival activities in a solemn, joyful and safe atmosphere.

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