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Visiting Cua Ong Temple: Etiquette rules visitors should know

Cua Ong Temple is a Special National Relic associated with Hung Nhuong Dai Vuong Tran Quoc Tang and the traditions of the Northeast region. Here is what visitors should know about festivals, dress code, and conduct in this sacred space.

Local Culture · Quang Ninh

Bach Dang – Quang Yen: Read the history before standing among the stakes

The Bach Dang historical relic site is not just a few wooden stakes on a flooded field. This is a special historical space associated with the 1288 victory and is now part of the Yen Tu World Cultural Heritage.

Local Culture · Quang Ninh

Tra Co Communal House and the coastal village festival at the nation's frontier

Tra Co Communal House is a Special National Monument, and its festival has been recognized as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage. Discover the story of the coastal village community, the “Ong Voi” ritual, and how to attend the festival respectfully.

Local Culture · Quang Ninh

Quan Lan: From Van Don Commercial Port to the Boat Racing Festival

Quan Lan offers more than just beaches. The island was once situated at the center of the ancient Van Don Commercial Port and still preserves a boat racing festival associated with the victory of 1288. This is a layer of history worth reading about before stepping onto the island.

Local Culture · Quang Ninh

Bình Liêu and Tày – Dao – Sán Chỉ Culture: What to Know Before Entering the Villages

Bình Liêu is not just about reed grass and border landmarks. It is a cultural space of many Tày, Dao, and Sán Chỉ communities with unique festivals, folk songs, cuisine, and traditional crafts. Learn how to be a considerate guest before entering the villages.

Local Culture · Quang Ninh

The Sán Dìu People in Vân Đồn and Soọng Cô Singing

Beyond its sea and islands, Vân Đồn is also home to the Sán Dìu community with their art of Soọng cô singing, the Đại Phan Festival, and the Vòng Tre Cultural Village. This is a cultural layer well worth exploring if you want to understand Vân Đồn beyond its resorts.

Local Culture · Quang Ninh

Mining land culture: why is “Discipline and Unity” part of Quang Ninh’s identity?

Coal not only drives Quang Ninh's economy but also helps shape the identity of the mining region's people. Learn about the 1936 General Strike and the spirit of “Discipline and Unity” before exploring Cam Pha and Hon Gai.

Local Culture · Quang Ninh

Quang Ninh coastal village culture: understand the Cau Ngu Festival before watching

For coastal residents whose livelihoods depend on the sea, the Cau Ngu Festival is not merely a tourism event, but a wish for calm seas, safe voyages, and a prosperous life. Learn how to attend civilly when encountering coastal festivals in Quang Ninh.