Proud of homeland Dong Khoi - Mo Cay Nam

13/06/2023 2841 0
Khi nói đến Mỏ Cày Nam ta sẽ nghĩ ngay đến quê hương chiếc nôi Đồng Khởi, mãnh đất giàu truyền thống cách mạng, nơi đây không chỉ vang danh vì những chiến tích anh hùng mà còn nhiều điều thú vị khác, hấp dẫn du khách.

Renowned for its historical and cultural relics of the revolution.

The special national historical site of Dong Khoi
 

Visitors to Mo Cay Nam must visit the special national historical site of Dong Khoi. The route to Dong Khoi historical site is convenient via both waterway and roadway. By waterway, from the city center of Ben Tre along the Ham Luong River towards Mo Cay Nam, then along the Vam Nuoc Trong River (Mo Cay), continue along the canal route to reach Dong Khoi historical site. By road, travelers can take National Highway 60 from Ben Tre city center, then onto National Highway 57 and District Road 22 to reach Dong Khoi historical site, approximately 22km away.

Photo of tourists visiting Dong Khoi Historical Site

The Dong Khoi Historical Site in Ben Tre was recognized as a national historical and cultural relic by the Ministry of Culture and Information (now the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism) in 1993, and was further recognized as a special national relic in [year to be specified].

When visiting the historical site, tourists can view images depicting the Dong Khoi movement of the past, admire unique tools used by locals to fight against invaders, and listen to stories about the Dong Khoi movement in the three communes of Dinh Thuy, Phuoc Hiep, and Binh Khanh.

National historical site: Tuyen Linh Pagoda

Another fascinating destination not to be missed when visiting Mỏ Cày Nam is the national historical site of Tuyen Linh Pagoda. Built in the Tân Dậu year of 1861, it is situated near the Tân Hương stream in Minh Duc commune, Mỏ Cày Nam district.

In 1994, the Ministry of Culture and Information (now the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism) issued a decision recognizing "Tuyen Linh Pagoda as a national historical site". Since then, every year on May 19th, the birthday of President Ho Chi Minh, a solemn ceremony is held here. Today, alongside Tuyen Linh Pagoda, a Memorial Area dedicated to Mr. Nguyen Sinh Sac has been constructed. This is an ideal stopping point for tourists to learn more about the historical values and gain a deeper understanding of the land and its people here.

Photos of tourists visiting the memorial area dedicated to Nguyễn Sinh Sắc at Tuyên Linh Pagoda

Beyond the 2 national-level historical sites, the district also boasts numerous provincial-level historical sites that carry distinct cultural characteristics of the Mekong regionyte

Hội Yên Communal House is located in Ward 5, Mỏ Cày town. Situated within the urban area of Mỏ Cày, access to Hội Yên Communal House is convenient both by waterway and road. At the front of the Communal House stand two ancient Dầu trees, enhancing its antiquity and solemnity. According to local elders, these two Dầu trees are over 300 years old, marking them as historical-cultural relics of the revolutionary history category. The communal house serves as a cultural and spiritual center for local residents. During festive occasions, locals gather at Hội Yên Communal House to prepare offerings and pray for favorable weather and prosperous crops. This embodies the cultural beauty of the local community.

An Định Communal House is constructed in a typical three-section, eight-roof architectural style, characteristic of traditional Southern communal houses. It is one of the remaining wooden architectural structures in Bến Tre. The communal house is a place of worship and cultural activities for the local people, representing a precious spiritual-cultural heritage that significantly contributes to fostering national pride and meeting the aesthetic and cultural needs of the people.

An image of folk music performance at An Dinh Communal House.

An Thoi Communal House is situated on a spacious and richly endowed land surrounded by large trees. The communal house has a history of nearly 148 years. During the resistance war, An Thoi Communal House was chosen to host important revolutionary events of the province and the entire southern region. When visiting An Thoi commune, tourists should visit the communal house to learn about its historical and spiritual significance to the local people. It's also an opportunity to engage in educational activities, research the traditions of medical corps fighting, and appreciate the human values ​​of camaraderie and mutual affection among the people and military during the years of the resistance war.

These are prominent revolutionary cultural historical relics in Mo Cay Nam district. If you have the chance to visit Dong Khoi homeland, tourists can also visit and experience other equally fascinating historical relics.
 

Thu Suong

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