Am Chua Festival

Am Chua is a famous spiritual site in Dien Khanh district, Khanh Hoa province, where the Holy Mother Thien Y A Na, an important deity in Vietnamese folk beliefs, is worshiped. Am Chua festival usually takes place from the 1st to the 3rd day of the 3rd lunar month with traditional rituals such as: Traditional sacrifice ceremony; Incense offering ceremony and music and dance performances by pilgrimage groups inside and outside the province.

The Am Chua Festival takes place over 3 to 4 days with two main parts: the ceremony and the festival.

The ceremony includes solemn rituals such as the sacrifice ceremony, the incense offering ceremony, and the "bong" dance. The ceremony is performed by the elders in the area to express gratitude to the Holy Mother. Visitors and locals participate in the incense offering ceremony to pray for peace, luck, and health
The ceremony: Takes place after the ceremony, with folk cultural activities such as Chau Van singing, lion dancing, and folk games. These activities not only create a joyful atmosphere but also contribute to preserving local cultural values. Visitors can participate in or admire folk games such as Bai Choi singing, Tuong singing, creating a unique cultural experience.
This is not only a religious event but also an important cultural heritage of the people of Nha Trang - Khanh Hoa. The festival is an opportunity for the community to commemorate the merits of the Holy Mother, while preserving and promoting traditional values. This festival also contributes to attracting tourists, enriching local cultural identity.