Located 5 kilometres away from the town of Chau Doc is Nui Sam (Sam Mountain). A number of historical sites are situated around the mountain, including the old Tay An Pagoda, the Ba Chua Xu Shrine, the Hang Pagoda, and the Imperial Tomb of Thoai Ngoc Hau. A popular festival is also held at Nui Sam.
The festival of Ba Chua Xu (also known as the Via Ba Ceremony) is held yearly, from the 23rd night to the 27th day of the 4th lunar month (which is in May or June). The traditional Via Ba Ceremony attracts numerous people, who spend their time either praying for a good future, or enjoying the stunning scenery of the surrounding An Giang province. |
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