(BNP) - On February 28, 2026 (the 12th day of the first lunar month), the People’s Committee of Vu Ninh Ward held the opening ceremony of the Ba Chua Kho Temple Festival – Cultural and Tourism Festival: Destination of Heritage Regions 2026, with the participation of provincial leaders and representatives from various departments and localities.
Provincial leaders and delegates attend the opening ceremony of the Ba Chua Kho Temple Festival 2026.
Ba Chua Kho Temple, located on Kho Mountain in Bac Ninh, was recognized as a National Historical and Cultural Relic in 1989. According to legend, during the Ly Dynasty, a talented and virtuous woman was entrusted with managing the national granary. She played a vital role in distributing food to support both the army and the people during the war against the Song invaders in 1077. She was later killed while carrying out this duty and was honored as a sacred deity. The temple was built on the former granary site to commemorate her contributions.
Provincial leaders, delegates, and the people offer incense at the Ba Chua Kho Temple.
Nowadays, the temple was not only a significant cultural relic but also a well-known spiritual destination, attracting tens of thousands of visitors each year, especially at the beginning of the year when people came to pray for prosperity, good fortune, and peace.
The 2026 festival, held from February 12 to March 18, featured a wide range of cultural, tourism, and experiential activities. The opening ceremony included traditional rituals such as ceremonial reading, drum and gong performances, incense offerings, and the symbolic distribution of blessings.
In addition to the solemn ceremonial part, the festival also offered vibrant activities under the theme “Spring Colors of Kinh Bac – Converging Heritage, Spreading Values.” Highlights included a culinary week, exhibitions of traditional craft village products with around 100 booths, Quan Ho folk singing performances, Dong Ho painting experiences, folk games, and cultural exchange programs with artisans.
The venue for the 2026 Ba Chua Kho Temple Festival features booths showcasing and offering experiences of Bac Ninh Quan Ho folk songs.
The large-scale organization of the festival aimed to preserve and promote local cultural heritage, enhance the value of Ba Chua Kho Temple, and boost tourism as well as socio-economic development in the region.
