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Ba Kien house in Vu Dai village has a historical and literary imprint. The house is a lively evidence for traditional feudal architecture. If you are a Vietnamese literature enthusiast, you've probably heard of the name Ba Kien - a famous figure in the "Chi Pheo" work by writer Nam Cao. The character Ba Kien in "Chi Pheo" of Nam Cao is actually built on a real -life model. Nam Cao did not fully compose on the fiction but was based on the social realities at that time, and the character Ba Kien was a combination of many sovereignty geography in the rural society in the feudal period. Specifically, many people believe that Ba Kien is an image based on a real person named Ba Binh, used to be a wealthy and powerful landlord in Vu Dai village (whose real name is Dai Hoang). Ba Kien is a prominent traditional architectural work, associated with the story of Ba Kien's character in the work "Chi Pheo" by writer Nam Cao. However, few people know that this house not only exists in literature but also has a real version of Dai Hoang village (now Nhan Hau village), Ha Nam province. Built in 1904, the house has become an important part of the cultural heritage of the Northern Delta. Today, the house with more than 100 years old is the famous Ha Nam tourist destination, attracting the attention of many people from all over to visit. Ba Kien house was built in Giap Thin (1904), one of the typical works of traditional architecture of the North, associated with Vietnamese history and literature. This is one of the typical houses for the feudal architecture of the rich class at that time. Today, Ba Kien is one of the destinations to attract tourists in the journey to explore literary heritage and history of Ha Nam. Ha Nam is a mild climate possessing land, so you can visit at any time of the year. However, the period from September to April next year is considered the most ideal. The Ba Kien dynasty stands out with the architecture of the three traditional two wings of the Northern Delta. The house is built mainly of ironwood, red tile roof, with sophisticated sculptures on the door, columns and rafters. Traditional materials such as red bricks, bamboo and wood are cleverly used, creating harmony and cool. Every detail in the house exudes wealth and noble rights of the feudal landlords. The house retains the typical lines of ancient architecture, despite over a century. The architecture of Ba Kien shows the persistence of time, as well as reflecting the culture and lifestyle of Vietnamese people in the past. This is a vivid example of folk architectural style, associated with the Northern rural life. Ba Kien is one of the rare old houses that retain the traditional architecture after centuries. When you enter the house, you will have the opportunity to explore the typical living space of the feudal landlords. During the sightseeing, you will hear the interesting stories about the history of building a house, the process of use through the owners, and especially the thrilling stories revolving around the character of Ba Kien - the prototype of a sovereignty in the work "Chi Pheo" of Nam Cao. This helps you better understand the architectural value and history of this interesting building. In addition to the unique traditional architecture, Ba Kien is also a place to store some ancient artifacts with cultural and historical values. When visiting the house, you will find items such as couplets, ancient diaphragm, and typical household appliances of the aristocracy at that time. Although through many events, many items have been lost or sold, but some are still retained and displayed so that visitors can better imagine the lavish life of Ba Kien family. In addition to Ba Kien's house, Vu Dai village has many other interesting places for you to explore. One of them is the house of writer Nam Cao, where you can learn about his life and career - the author of "Chi Pheo" and many other famous literary works. Besides, you can also visit the tomb of queen, an important figure in local history. These destinations give visitors a deeper view of the culture and history of Vu Dai village and the lives of the people over the periods. Ba Kien and Vu Dai village are a destination not to be missed for those who want to learn about Vietnamese culture and history. Do not forget to spend time exploring and experiencing interesting things, from ancient architecture to valuable artifacts and inspirational stories.

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Ngày cập nhật : 01/03/2025