Natural Resource Exploration Site in Mo Cay Nam

30/05/2023 1700 0
Bến Tre có 3 dãy cù lao (cù lao Bảo, cù lao Minh và cù lao An Hóa). Huyện Mỏ Cày Bắc, Mỏ Cày Nam, Thạnh Phú và Chợ Lách nằm trên vùng đất cù lao Minh. Trước đây qua cù lao Minh phải “lụy phà, lụy đò”. Năm 2010, cầu Hàm Luông khánh thành nối liền đôi bờ cù lao Minh và Bảo xuyên suốt một mạch giao thông bộ. Từ thành phố Bến Tre đến trung tâm huyện Mỏ Cày Bắc khoảng 20km, Mỏ Cày Nam 21km, Thạnh Phú 48 km và Chợ Lách 41 km.

Minh Islet , known for its extensive coconut plantations, is the largest coconut-growing area in Ben Tre province. It is interspersed with rice fields, sugarcane farms, and fruit orchards, alongside a coastal area. Nature has endowed this island with two major rivers, Ham Luong and Co Chien , which have nurtured and enriched the land with alluvial deposits over centuries. This has resulted in abundant and fruitful crops, especially the perpetually lush coconut groves with their tall palms deeply rooted in the soil. These resilient trees withstand storms and support the local community in their struggle and development efforts. From the Ham Luong Bridge, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of Minh Islet , marveling at the expansive green coconut forests and fruit orchards that adorn the landscape.

To the land of coconuts in Ben Tre, crossing over to Minh Islet and passing through Mo Cay Nam district, visitors can choose to explore, discover, and experience various destinations and landmarks related to the origins, such as:

Dong Khoi relics and Ran communal house:

Photo of visiting Dong Khoi relic site

Certainly, this can be affirmed as the most ideal historical landmark. From Ben Tre city, crossing Ham Luong Bridge on National Highway 57, to Mocay Nam town, turning left approximately 4km will lead you to Dong Khoi Historical Site. Alternatively, from Ben Tre city, crossing Ham Luong River to the heart of the birthplace of Dong Khoi. Here, visitors will meet the hospitable locals, the people who have "deeply rooted in their homeland," who have "built fortresses" in Dinh Thuy commune, where the Dong Khoi uprising was initiated in the land of coconuts. This historical site was recognized as a national heritage site by the Ministry of Culture - Information workers on January 7, 1993. The Dong Khoi Historical Site covers an area of 5,000 m2, consisting of a ground floor and an upper floor. On the roof of the house stands a 12-meter-high reinforced concrete and steel flame, painted in red - symbolizing the eternal flame of Dong Khoi burning brightly over the land of coconuts. Inside, there are exhibitions displaying artifacts, figures, photographs, charts, and homemade weapons used in the fight against the enemy. Surrounding the house are lush green lawns, spacious grounds, flower pots, and ornamental trees, enhancing the beauty of the historical site.

Photo of visiting Snake communal house, Dinh Thuy commune​​​​​​​

In Dinh Thuy, there is also Snake communal house, a historical site steeped in mysterious legends that few people know about. According to the Ben Tre chronicle, in the fifth year of Minh Mang's reign, Snake communal house received its royal recognition. At that time, the land here was still wild and vast, situated on a high piece of land, which attracted many venomous snakes, with many nests deep inside the temple grounds. During worship ceremonies, the temple officials had to use boards to cover the openings of the snake nests to prevent accidents, hence the name "Đình Rắn" (Snake Temple).

It is said that thanks to the presence of "snake guardians," bandits and villains never dared to approach this place. Therefore, since the August Revolution, Snake communal house became a secret revolutionary base for meetings and gatherings. During that time, General Nguyễn Thi Dinh often visited here to direct revolutionary activities in the South. By 1970, as the war escalated with intense American bombings, the temple was nearly completely destroyed, and the revolutionary activities were relocated elsewhere. When visiting Dinh Thuy, people can also explore the eco-tourism destination called "Vàm Nước Trong," which serves as the water gateway of Mo Cay Nam district connecting to the Ham Luong River. Here, amidst coconut groves casting soothing shadows and tranquil, untouched riverbanks, one can trace the heroic feats of the heroes during the resistance against French and American forces. Visitors to this area have the opportunity to enjoy local specialties such as pickled shrimp with boiled pork belly, grilled snakehead fish or shrimp, and crab. They can also savor sour soup with bần dốt (a type of aquatic vegetable), steamed rice cakes with banana flowers, savory pancakes, and coconut-flavored crispy pancakes, all rich in aroma and flavor. One cannot miss experiencing the genuine hospitality, warmth, and passion for cultural arts of the people in Dinh Thuy. Visitors can enjoy traditional tài tử music performances and even engage in cultural exchanges along the dreamy Ham Luong River lined with lush coconut palms.

Historical relics of Tuyen Linh Pagoda:

Photo of Tuyen Linh Pagoda, Minh Duc commune​​​​​​​

Leaving Dong Khoi Historical Site, returning to Highway 57 towards "Tuyen Linh Pagoda Historical Site" located in Minh Duc commune. From Mo Cay Nam town to Tuyen Linh Pagoda is about 14 km. The pagoda was built in 1861 (Tan Dau year) during the reign of Emperor Tu Duc's 14th year. In 1930, during a renovation period, Venerable Le Khanh Hoa changed the temple's name from Tiên Linh Tự to Tuyên Linh Tự. Since then, the temple has been known as "Tuyen Linh." This place has witnessed many notable historical events. Around the end of 1926, Mr. Nguyen Sinh Sac, the father of President Ho Chi Minh, along with a senior monk from Tu Dam Pagoda in Hue, stayed and practiced at Tuyen Linh Pagoda for a period. During his stay, Mr. Nguyen Sinh Sac, with the protection and assistance of Venerable Le Khanh Hoa , taught classes, provided medical consultations, and distributed medicine to the local people.

After the success of the August Revolution in 1945, Venerable Le Khanh Hoa encouraged monks and Buddhists in the province to participate in revolutionary and resistance activities. Before the Dong Khoi uprising, during the harsh repression of the US-backed Diem regime, Tuyen Linh Pagoda remained a stronghold of revolutionary activities. District and Provincial Party offices of Mo Cay found refuge here amidst the support of the local people and Buddhist followers during the toughest times of the revolution. This historical site was recognized as a National Monument by the Ministry of Culture and Information on July 20, 1994.

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