Diem village tourist destination - Discovering cradle of Bac Ninh Quan Ho folksongs

04/11/2021 09:11

(BNP) - Diem village, also known as Viem Xa village, is located in Hoa Long ward, Bac Ninh city. It was a famous village in the ancient land with the history and traditional culture of Kinh Bac. This is the home of Quan Ho folk songs, which was recognized as an intangible cultural heritage of humanity by UNESCO. In particular, in 2019, Diem village was officially recognized as provincial tourist destination by the Provincial People's Committee.Some pictures of Diem village tourist destinations:

Cung Temple - Ngoc Well is located at the foot of Kim Linh mountain, which has an endless supply of clear water. This is the place to worship two princesses including Ngoc Dung Princess and Thuy Tien princess

Many tourists come here to drink water for good luck.

In the site of the relic, there are ancient stone-columned huts with male tiled roofs, reminiscent of ancient Vietnamese villages.

The Temple of Lady King – the founder of Quan Ho folk songs.

During a visit to Diem village, as well as enjoying Quan Ho melodies, tourists can admire a site that was recognized as a National Treasure by the State in 2020. This is “Cửa Võng” – the hand-carved wooden door frame of Diem village’s communal house.

Diem communal house was built in 1692. Since ancient times, Diem communal house has been classified as the largest and most beautiful, second in the region with extremely delicate architectural art and carvings.

In 1964, Diem communal house was recognized as a national architectural and artistic relic.

Quan Ho brothel in Diem village - a unique community cultural space of Quan Ho people.

Bac Ninh Quan Ho Folk Song Theater is located in the planning area of Bac Ninh Lady King, near Diem village and some ancient Quan Ho villages. This is a cultural work of great significance to the people of Quan Ho homeland.

The symbol of the hat is placed on the grounds of the Quan Ho Folk Theater.

Bac Ninh Quan Ho Folk Song Theater has a unique and harmonious architecture, creating a special performance space for Quan ho lovers.

A peaceful corner in Diem village.

By P.H