Ha Cong Thai temple

22/12/2024 56 0
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The Temple of Duke Hà Công Thái is located in Điền Trung Commune, Bá Thước District, Thanh Hóa Province. It is an important cultural and historical relic, closely associated with the career and contributions of a renowned official in the history of the Nguyễn Dynasty.

The Temple of Duke Hà Công Thái was built in the 19th century by the Hà Công family, a family that managed the Mường Khô region, to honor the gods. During the reigns of Kings Gia Long and Minh Mạng, the Hà Công family had a member, Hà Công Thái, who contributed significantly in the fight against invaders in Hưng Hóa and in defeating the border rebels along the Việt-Lào frontier, helping the Nguyễn Dynasty unify the country. Duke Hà Công Thái hailed from the Mường Khô region, now part of Bá Thước, Thanh Hóa. He was not only known for his political and military talents but also for his deep devotion to the people, playing a major role in building and protecting the western frontier of Đại Việt.

Image: The Temple of Duke Hà Công Thái in Muỗng Do Village, Điền Trung Commune, Bá Thước District


The temple is situated amidst magnificent natural scenery, surrounded by lush mountains and forests. The architecture features traditional style, with intricate wood carvings and decorative patterns. The temple was built to honor and remember the contributions of Duke Hà Công Thái, who played a key role in maintaining security and developing the Bá Thước region.

Every year, during festivals, especially on the anniversary of Duke Hà Công Thái's death, local residents and visitors from afar gather at the temple to offer incense and pay their respects. This place is not only a repository of historical values but also a cultural and spiritual space, reflecting the Vietnamese tradition of “drinking water, remembering its source.”

Image: People offering incense at the Temple of Duke Hà Công Thái

The Temple of Duke Hà Công Thái is an ideal destination for history and culture enthusiasts, as well as for those who wish to explore the hidden beauty of Thanh Hóa. On December 9, 2011, the Chairman of Thanh Hóa Provincial People's Committee issued Decision No. 4075/QĐ-UBND, ranking the Temple of Duke Hà Công Thái as a provincial historical and cultural heritage site.

 

 

 

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