Cau Ngu Festival in Binh Dinh

Cau Ngu Festival in Binh Dinh

Nhon Hai (Quy Nhon City)

Cau Ngu Festival in Binh Dinh is a unique spiritual culture of coastal fishermen, worshiping Ca Ong (Nam Hai God), praying for good weather, good fishing, and safe sailing, with solemn rituals (Nghinh Ong, sacrifices) and vibrant festivals (baits, singing bai choi, folk games) taking place mainly in the 2nd & 3rd lunar months, most notably in Nhon Hai (Quy Nhon) and Lo Dieu (Hoai Nhon). Many Cau Ngu festivals here have been recognized as National Intangible Cultural Heritage, attracting a large number of people and tourists.  Main characteristics Meaning: Expressing deep gratitude to the sea and Ca Ong, praying for peace and prosperity in the country, good harvests, and fishermen going out to sea in peace and prosperity. Time: Usually takes place around February and March of the lunar calendar every year, coinciding with the seafood fishing cycle Location: Popular in fishing villages such as Nhon Hai (Quy Nhon City), Lo Dieu (Hoai Nhon), Dam Xuong Ly (Quy Nhon), and other coastal areas.  Ceremony (Formal, spiritual) Nghinh Ong (Nghinh Than Nam Hai enters the temple): Ritual of bringing the Ca Ong tablet to the Mausoleum. Rituals: Spring sacrifices, Nam Hai God sacrifices, singing the second ceremony (hat boi singing). Procession of Gods: Carry the tablets to the sea to "travel" around. Unique rituals: Ba Trao singing (simulation of labor) and Sword dance.  Assembly Part (Exciting, joyful) Performing arts: Ba Trao singing, Lion dance, Boi singing (Tuong), performing Ancient Bai Choi. Folk games: Dragon boat racing, tug of war, basket swimming, basket shaking, kettle beating, sand carrying. Other activities: Photo exhibition, fishing village food stall, fishing parade.  Cultural value It is a national intangible cultural heritage (such as Ngu Nhon Hai Bridge and Xuong Ly Lagoon). Associated with the religious culture of worshiping Whales of fishermen in Central Vietnam. Contribute to preserving traditions, connecting the community and developing local tourism. 

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