Recorded by Lao Dong Newspaper reporters on the 3rd day of Tet (February 19, 2026), the premises of Song Son Temple are always bustling with people coming in and out. From early morning, streams of people stretched into the incense offering area, holding neat trays of offerings with fresh flowers, fruits and incense... The sound of bells and prayers harmonized with the stream of pilgrims, creating an atmosphere that was both solemn and bustling, typical of the festival season.
Not only local people, but also many tourists from neighboring districts and towns as well as provinces choose to come to the temple to pray for health, luck and a favorable new year. Besides worshiping activities, the green space and ancient architecture of the relic also attract many people to stop to visit and take photos.
According to records, the service area around the temple operates stably, meeting the needs of tourists to buy offerings and drinking water. Parking points are reasonably arranged, functional forces are regularly on duty to divert traffic, reminding people to practice a civilized lifestyle when going to the temple. Thanks to that, although the number of people flocking is large, the security and order situation is basically ensured.
Mr. Nguyen Lam Vu, 26 years old in Quang Trung ward (Thanh Hoa) excitedly shared: "Every Tet, I and my friends come to the temple to offer incense and pray for good luck. This year I see the atmosphere here is more lively and bustling than in previous years, making me also more excited.
Ms. Mai Ngoc Thao Nhi, 23 years old, in Ho Vuong commune (Thanh Hoa) also chose to enjoy spring at Song Temple on the morning of the 3rd day of Tet. "The most impressive thing to me is the festival atmosphere that is both solemn and peaceful with bells and incense smoke, helping pilgrims feel light and relaxed even though it is quite crowded. Service prices are very pleasant, from fruits, parking fees, drinking water, food...", Ms. Nhi said.
Ms. Nguyen Thi Bich Lan, 47 years old in Hoang Mai ward (Hanoi) said: "My family has been to Song Son Temple many times. This year I see the atmosphere here busier and more crowded than in previous years, the number of tourists and people coming to offer incense is also very large. Although crowded, security and order as well as very good services make my family even more assured to go to offer incense and visit and experience at the temple".
According to many people, going to temples at the beginning of the year is not only spiritual but also an opportunity to connect family and friends. After the transitional period, the pilgrimage helps each person regain balance and send wishes for the road ahead.
The joyful atmosphere at Song Son Temple in the first days of the year contributes to creating a cultural and tourist highlight for the locality during the spring. The bustling flow of pilgrims not only reflects the belief and wish for a peaceful and favorable new year but also shows the persistent attraction of the relic in the spiritual life of the community.
