About 15km southwest of Da Nang, the Tuy Loan ancient village is located in Hoa Vang District’s Hoa Phong Commune. It boasts beautiful scenery and the unique characteristics of a Vietnamese rural village.
The village dates back over 500 years to the time when Emperor Le Thanh Tong issued a royal proclamation to extend the country’s territory.
The Tuy Loan Village Communal House was built in 1889 in the reign of Emperor Thanh Thai. A stele erected at the worshipping house of the village’s 5 families reveals that their 5 predecessors, with the surnames Dang, Lam, Nguyen, Tran and Le, together founded this village. At present, the house preserves 20 honours dating from Emperor Minh Mang's reign to Emperor Khai Dinh's.
The communal house was recognised as a historical and cultural relic in 1999 by the Ministry of Culture and Information.
To pray for peace and prosperity throughout the year, a traditional festival is held annually at this house from the 9th to the 10th day of the 1st lunar month.
Here are some photos, taken by reporter Dac Manh, which showcase the bustling and exciting atmosphere at the recent Tuy Loan Village Communal House festival.
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| The Tuy Loan Village Communal House |
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| Getting ready for a solemn traditional festive activity |
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| The village’s senior residents |
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| A royal honour – ceremony to confer diplomas |
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| An incense-offering ceremony in commemoration of national heroes and ancestors |
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| A gift-giving ceremony |
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| Boat racing on the Tuy Loan River |
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| Thousands of locals and visitors watching the competition |
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