Return to Hung Yen to immerse yourself in the space of old Pho Hien

“Nhat Kinh Ky, Second Pho Hien” must be a saying that people have passed down for generations about the two most famous lands of the North.

Xich Dang Temple of Literature from the main hall overlooking Tam Quan (Photo: Vuong Loc)

Hung Yen city has now changed its skin and flesh, much different than in the past. Along the spacious asphalt road, connecting the areas in the city, the car rolls evenly and clearly feels the changes of a land that was once a place of bustling trade and strong urban development in history. the North Plain.

The royal porcelain flower on the aisle in the Temple of Literature Xich Dang (Photo: Vuong Loc)

The Temple of Literature Xich Dang is said to be a symbol of the ancient Pho Hien area, similar to the Temple of Literature – Quoc Tu Giam, the soul of Thang Long – Hanoi. Xich Dang Temple of Literature was built in 1701, currently located on Le Quy Don street, Lam Son ward, Hung Yen city.

Stone steles in the Temple of Literature Xich Dang (Photo: Vuong Loc)

This place worships Confucius, Chu Van An of Confucianism as well as famous academics of the Tran Son Nam region (the predecessor of Pho Hien – Hung Yen).

Xich Dang Temple of Literature is said to be a symbol of the ancient Pho Hien area (Photo: Vuong Loc)

After the rain, the Temple of Literature Xich Dang looks more ancient because of the mossy color on the wall, the path becomes clear. The quiet space here along with the fragrant scent of porcelain flowers, shaded by green trees, makes the soul of visitors peaceful and pure.

Chuong Pagoda is located in Hien Nam Ward, Hung Yen City (Photo: Vuong Loc)

Coming to Hung Yen, tourists can also visit Chuong Pagoda – an ancient temple in the Pho Hien relic complex. This relic was built in the Late Le Dynasty (XV century) and had a major restoration in 1707 to get the appearance it is today.

The temple has two entrance gates, the main gate of Tam Quan is long built, covered with moss, and is loved by many people. In the spacious temple grounds, there is a stone bridge leading to the upper part of the palace, the front hall and the model house.

The space of Chuong pagoda (Photo: Vuong Loc)

In the space of old Pho Hien, you can go to Crescent Lake, a lake shaped like a half moon, not far from Chuong Pagoda. This season, around the lake, phoenix flowers bloom, reflecting on the lake surface. You can choose for yourself a comfortable seat to stop, rest and feel the cool atmosphere.

A corner of Crescent Lake in Hung Yen City (Photo: Vuong Loc)

A place in Hung Yen in the city area you can visit if you want a little more excitement is Pho Hien market, located near the roundabout turning into the city.

Pho Hien Market has a rather wide U-shaped shape. This place sells all kinds of products and necessities for shopping and exchanging goods of people inside and outside the city. The market is most crowded from early morning to about 11 am.

The entrance to Pho Hien market (Photo: Vuong Loc)

In addition, when coming to Pho Hien – Hung Yen, don’t forget to enjoy vermicelli with eel, one of the specialties here.

Bun thang eel attracts people to eat by having the perfect blend of vermicelli noodles, deep-fried eel, Thai silk pork rolls, tofu, a little bit of fried egg and herbs.

Bun thang eel is a famous specialty in the land of Pho Hien (Photo: Vuong Loc)

The sweet taste of water and the accompanying dishes in the bowl of bun thang eel create an unforgettable taste, full of flavor like the love of Pho Hien people.