Lost in a land of Confucianism

A tourist at the gate of the Temple of Literature in Hanoi - Photo: Dang Khoa

Whenever I visit Hanoi, the first place I think of is the Temple of Literature, where the tree-shaded grounds and the buildings tell of the times that scholars studied there. The temple makes me reflect on my country’s history and I get lost in a land of Confucianism and traditional values.

Situated on Van Mieu Street, about two kilometers from Hoan Kiem Lake, the temple is on top of the list for historical sightseeing in Hanoi.

I love the temple as I love the nation’s history. So I know that in 1070, King Ly Thanh Tong built several important monuments, one of which was Van Mieu (the Temple of Literature). The organization of instruction and learning at the Quoc Tu Giam (National University) began in 1076 under the Ly dynasty and further developed in the 15th century under the Le dynasty. The university was established near the Temple of Literature, and during its more than 700 years of instruction (1076-1779), thousands of talented men in Vietnam were educated there. And hence the name of Van Mieu Quoc Tu Giam was born.

I have visited the temple many times, but I always enjoy looking at the ways it has been repaired and renovated in its 900 years. It is an example of well-preserved traditional Vietnamese architecture. The cultural relics include steles with inscriptions of the names of distinguished scholars, the Well of Heavenly Clarity (Thien Quang Tinh), the pavilion in dedication of the Constellation of Literature (Khue Van Cac), the statue of Confucius, the Great House of Ceremonies, the ancient wall, the old trees and the sanctuary, the stone dragons, and ink stone stands.

The history of the temple and how it has survived in such good condition to on Monday give me a sense of national pride.

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Lost in a land of Confucianism

A tourist at the gate of the Temple of Literature in Hanoi - Photo: Dang Khoa

Whenever I visit Hanoi, the first place I think of is the Temple of Literature, where the tree-shaded grounds and the buildings tell of the times that scholars studied there. The temple makes me reflect on my country’s history and I get lost in a land of Confucianism and traditional values.

Situated on Van Mieu Street, about two kilometers from Hoan Kiem Lake, the temple is on top of the list for historical sightseeing in Hanoi.

I love the temple as I love the nation’s history. So I know that in 1070, King Ly Thanh Tong built several important monuments, one of which was Van Mieu (the Temple of Literature). The organization of instruction and learning at the Quoc Tu Giam (National University) began in 1076 under the Ly dynasty and further developed in the 15th century under the Le dynasty. The university was established near the Temple of Literature, and during its more than 700 years of instruction (1076-1779), thousands of talented men in Vietnam were educated there. And hence the name of Van Mieu Quoc Tu Giam was born.

I have visited the temple many times, but I always enjoy looking at the ways it has been repaired and renovated in its 900 years. It is an example of well-preserved traditional Vietnamese architecture. The cultural relics include steles with inscriptions of the names of distinguished scholars, the Well of Heavenly Clarity (Thien Quang Tinh), the pavilion in dedication of the Constellation of Literature (Khue Van Cac), the statue of Confucius, the Great House of Ceremonies, the ancient wall, the old trees and the sanctuary, the stone dragons, and ink stone stands.

The history of the temple and how it has survived in such good condition to on Monday give me a sense of national pride.

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Lost in a land of Confucianism

A tourist at the gate of the Temple of Literature in Hanoi - Photo: Dang Khoa

Whenever I visit Hanoi, the first place I think of is the Temple of Literature, where the tree-shaded grounds and the buildings tell of the times that scholars studied there. The temple makes me reflect on my country’s history and I get lost in a land of Confucianism and traditional values.

Situated on Van Mieu Street, about two kilometers from Hoan Kiem Lake, the temple is on top of the list for historical sightseeing in Hanoi.

I love the temple as I love the nation’s history. So I know that in 1070, King Ly Thanh Tong built several important monuments, one of which was Van Mieu (the Temple of Literature). The organization of instruction and learning at the Quoc Tu Giam (National University) began in 1076 under the Ly dynasty and further developed in the 15th century under the Le dynasty. The university was established near the Temple of Literature, and during its more than 700 years of instruction (1076-1779), thousands of talented men in Vietnam were educated there. And hence the name of Van Mieu Quoc Tu Giam was born.

I have visited the temple many times, but I always enjoy looking at the ways it has been repaired and renovated in its 900 years. It is an example of well-preserved traditional Vietnamese architecture. The cultural relics include steles with inscriptions of the names of distinguished scholars, the Well of Heavenly Clarity (Thien Quang Tinh), the pavilion in dedication of the Constellation of Literature (Khue Van Cac), the statue of Confucius, the Great House of Ceremonies, the ancient wall, the old trees and the sanctuary, the stone dragons, and ink stone stands.

The history of the temple and how it has survived in such good condition to on Monday give me a sense of national pride.

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Lost in a land of Confucianism

A tourist at the gate of the Temple of Literature in Hanoi - Photo: Dang Khoa

Whenever I visit Hanoi, the first place I think of is the Temple of Literature, where the tree-shaded grounds and the buildings tell of the times that scholars studied there. The temple makes me reflect on my country’s history and I get lost in a land of Confucianism and traditional values.

Situated on Van Mieu Street, about two kilometers from Hoan Kiem Lake, the temple is on top of the list for historical sightseeing in Hanoi.

I love the temple as I love the nation’s history. So I know that in 1070, King Ly Thanh Tong built several important monuments, one of which was Van Mieu (the Temple of Literature). The organization of instruction and learning at the Quoc Tu Giam (National University) began in 1076 under the Ly dynasty and further developed in the 15th century under the Le dynasty. The university was established near the Temple of Literature, and during its more than 700 years of instruction (1076-1779), thousands of talented men in Vietnam were educated there. And hence the name of Van Mieu Quoc Tu Giam was born.

I have visited the temple many times, but I always enjoy looking at the ways it has been repaired and renovated in its 900 years. It is an example of well-preserved traditional Vietnamese architecture. The cultural relics include steles with inscriptions of the names of distinguished scholars, the Well of Heavenly Clarity (Thien Quang Tinh), the pavilion in dedication of the Constellation of Literature (Khue Van Cac), the statue of Confucius, the Great House of Ceremonies, the ancient wall, the old trees and the sanctuary, the stone dragons, and ink stone stands.

The history of the temple and how it has survived in such good condition to on Monday give me a sense of national pride.

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Korean wins penthouse at 2030 Club-Saigon Times golf tournament

Lim Young Bok (R) receives a cup from Nguyen Thanh Phong, chairman of 2030 Businessmen Club for hitting a hole in one - Photo: Tuong Vi

Korean female golfer Lim Young Bok, won a US$150,000 apartment by scoring a hole-in-one on the eighth hole in the “2030 Businessmen Club-Saigon Times Golf Tournament 2010” at Vietnam Golf & Country Club (Thuduc Golf Club) in HCMC on Friday.

The penthouse winner who is the manager of World Vina Co. that specializes in polybags, raincoats manufacturing import and export said, “I’m speechless because I’m so happy with such a big prize and it is also a gift for my birthday celebration on Monday.”

The penthouse was sponsored by Amazing Trade-Service-Architecture-Construction Co., Ltd.

The two technical prizes including the nearest to the pin on the 13th hole and the longest drive hole on the first hole went to Nguyen Truong Hai and Tran Quang Huy. The champion of Ladies Division HDCP 0-36 was Pham Thi Diem Le; the champion of Callaway Division was Vu Hong Oai. The champions of Division A HDCP (0-15) and Division B HDCP (16-28) were Ngo Hong Chuyen and Pham Van Nha respectively. Meanwhile Jang An Soo won the champion gross for the Gross Score category. 

This year’s tournament attracted 111 golfers both businesspeople members and nonmembers of the 2030 club. One of the purposes of the event is for businesspeople to meet and network with each other.

Established in 2002, 2030 Businessmen Club under Saigon Times Club is an arena for enterprises to connect.

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Wishing you a Russian Christmas at Tan Cang

The riverside Tan Cang Tourist Park will organize the Russian Food Festival for Christmas from 5:30 p.m to 9:30 p.m, December 24 to 26.

Around 60 Russian dishes many of them grilled will be served with Russian Fifth Ocean beer, at the park that is next to Saigon Bridge in Binh Thanh District.

Chiem Thanh Long, director of Binh Quoi Tourist Village, which manages Tan Cang, told the Daily the tourist village has invited master Russian chef, Sarhat Nabioglu Khalivov to run the kitchen.

“He has been training our chefs for a month,” he said.

This is the first time that Binh Quoi Tourist Village has organized a foreign food festival instead of promoting local food and culture.

Long said the tourist village would hold the Russian Food Festival every year. “HCMC has many programs to promote European and Chinese gastronomy so we want to bring a new food culture of Russia to Saigonese,” he said.

A ticket costs VND450,000 per adult, VND200,000 per child. Contact Tan Cang at A100, Ung Van Khiem Street, Binh Thanh District. Tel: 08 899 1120.

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Enjoy a Saigontourist Christmas and New Year

A couple at Gio Noi Restaurant in the Que Huong – Liberty 4 Hotel in HCMC’s District 1 - Photo: Courtesy of Saigontourist

With only one week left till Christmas and New Year just around the corner, some hotels, resorts and restaurants under the management of Saigontourist are organizing some great parties and food to celebrate.

Rex Hotel Saigon (141 Nguyen Hue Boulevard, HCMC’s District 1, tel: 3822 8380)

The Rex Hotel will adopt a red and white theme with its decorations and entertainment activities. Revelers can join the Christmas party at the Rooftop Garden from 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. on December 24. Enjoy the tasty food and listen to singers, DJs and try your luck in the lucky draw.

Tickets are priced at US$80++ per adult and US$39++ per child, inclusive of drinks and wine.

For New Years Eve, also at the Rooftop garden, guests can join a buffet from 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Music shows, fashion shows and DJs and a lucky draw will guarantee a fun night. Tickets US$99++ per adult and US$45++ per child, inclusive of drinks and wine.

Que Huong - Liberty 4 Hotel (265 Pham Ngu Lao Street, HCMC’s District 1, tel: 3836 5172)

A buffet program will be served from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on December 24 and 31. Buffets will feature the delicious Vietnamese taste of grilled shrimp, barbecued squid, assorted seafood and deer. On December 24, children will receive gifts from Santa Claus and the snow princess. Lucky guests will win gifts in the lucky draws on both big nights.

Tickets are priced at VND380,000 per adult and VND190,000 per child, inclusive of drinks and beer. Anyone buying tickets before December 20 and booking accommodation at the hotel will be discounted 10%.

Liberty Central Hotel (179 Le Thanh Ton Street, District 1, tel: 6291 7977)

The hotel will prepare buffets from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on December 24 and 31 with seafood, turkey, soups, and a selection of cakes. Tickets are VND399,000++ per adult and VND200,000++ per child. Buy 10 tickets in advance get one free.

From December 25 to January 1, the hotel will have a special menu with new dishes for friends and family. New dishes include shrimp soup with garlic in French style, grilled sheep ribs with mint sauce, smoked turkey served with cream and bread and vegetables.

Van Thanh Tourist Area (48/10 Dien Bien Phu Street, Binh Thanh District, tel: 3512 3025)

Join Van Thanh Tourist Area’s Christmas party between 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on December 24 to enjoy the beautiful garden atmosphere, Flamenco band and a visit from Santa Claus, who will be handing out gifts to guests. Tickets are priced at VND450,000 per adult and VND300,000 per children.

Saigon Ship Hotel (Bach Dang Wharf, District 1, tel: 3823 0393)

Christmas and New Year celebrations will take place on board from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. and from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. on December 24 and 31 and January 1. The first and the second decks will serve a set menu. The third deck will offer buffets from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. with Noel traditional dishes such pumpkin soup, fried turkey with honey, steamed rabbit with wine and Christmas cakes. Get up and dance to live band Latin Eyes and watch the dance shows, juggling and circus performances. Tickets are VND500,000 per adult and VND300,000 per child.

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