The pride of the coconut people is poet Nguyen Dinh Chieu. Therefore, every year, the Ben Tre Traditional Cultural Festival is held on the right day of his birth to commemorate him, a physician, teacher, and poet with many unique and deeply influential patriotic poems. wide to all classes of people.

About the Ben Tre Traditional Cultural Festival  - Nguyen Dinh Chieu Festival 

Every year, Ben Tre takes July 1st as the traditional Ben Tre Traditional Cultural Festival to celebrate the birthday of Nguyen Dinh Chieu. The festival was held at the special national relic "Tomb and Memorial of Nguyen Dinh Chieu" (An Duc commune, Ba Tri district) to commemorate the birthday of Uncle Do.

Activities at the festival

Over the years, the Party Committee and people in Ben Tre have always taken care of conserving, enriching, and expanding the Nguyen Dinh Chieu relic site as well as his poetry and literary creations out of strong regard for the Nguyen Dinh Chieu poet. Since 1992, the province has designated Nguyen Dinh Chieu's birthday, July 1, as the province's traditional cultural festival.

The ceremony was solemnly organized with traditional rituals, incense offerings, and visits to the tomb of poet Nguyen Dinh Chieu. The festival is equally exciting with many activities such as free medicine, cooking contest, tug of war, pot beating, drum performance, Don Ca Tai Tu Festival, costume contest of characters in the story "Luc Van Tien", poetry recitation, lion dance, martial arts competition,... attracted a large number of people and tourists to attend.

Traditional Cultural Festival attracts a large number of tourists to attend

Coming to the festival, visitors also have the opportunity to visit a photo exhibition about the socio-economic achievements of Ben Tre province and the poetic works of Nguyen Dinh Chieu as well as learn about the background and literary career of Nguyen Dinh Chieu poet.

Meaning of the festival

The festival's activities to commemorate the talented poet Nguyen Dinh Chieu, who has been closely associated with the people of Ba Tri also contribute to preserving the traditional cultural beauty of the nation. Ben Tre is held every year as a big festival, the pride of the coconut people. The festival is meant to remind people of the talent and virtue of a sage and honor the ideological and ethical values of a teacher, a lifelong physician for the people, who have brought their talents and wisdom to serve the people and the country. Uncle Do's example has gone into history books and people's hearts not only in the Mekhong Delta destination but spread and resounded throughout the country.

Moreover, the festival also aims to propagate, learn and inherit the ideological, personality, and moral values of patriotic poet Nguyen Dinh Chieu, actively contributing to preserving the national cultural identity and local cultural traditions.

The traditional cultural festival of Ben Tre is associated with the birthday of patriotic poet Nguyen Dinh Chieu

Exploring Ben Tre: Must-do activities

Ben Tre, often referred to as "Coconut Land" for its lush coconut groves, is a captivating province in the heart of the Mekong Delta, Vietnam. 

• Boat tours through waterways: Explore the picturesque waterways of Ben Tre on a traditional wooden boat. Glide past swaying coconut palms, witness traditional fishing methods, and soak in the serene atmosphere of the Delta's canals.
• Visit coconut candy workshops: Ben Tre is renowned for its delectable coconut candy. Take a guided tour of local workshops and witness the candy-making process, including wrapping the candies in edible rice paper.
• Discover the Mekong Delta: Embark on a Mekong Delta cruise to explore this remarkable region. You'll encounter bustling floating markets, visit charming villages, and enjoy the verdant landscapes of this intricate river network.
• Cycling adventures: Rent a bicycle and pedal through Ben Tre's quaint villages. Along the way, you'll encounter friendly locals, traditional cottage industries, and picturesque countryside scenes.
• Homestay experiences: For an authentic cultural immersion, consider staying with a local family in a homestay. This allows you to experience daily life, traditions, and warm hospitality firsthand.
• Craft exploration: Discover Ben Tre's rich handicraft traditions, including coconut leaf weaving and mat-making. Visit craft villages to watch skilled artisans at work and even try your hand at these traditional crafts.

Ben Tre offers a plethora of activities that cater to various interests

While traveling to Vietnam, you should consider including the Ben Tre Traditional Cultural Festival in your plan. The festival provides an exceptional opportunity to immerse yourself in the lively culture of the region while learning about the life and accomplishments of a significant historical figure.