Tra Que Vegetable Village Cau Bong Festival Hoi An: 7th Day of Tet God of Agriculture Thanksgiving & Farming Contest
A Spring Ode to Mother Earth From the Royal Vegetable Village
With a history spanning over 400 years, Tra Que vegetable village is famous nationwide for its entirely natural cultivation methods: fertilizing with algae harvested from Tra Que lagoon and the Co Co River without chemical fertilizers. The Cau Bong Festival marks a lively beginning for a new crop cycle, embodying the Quang region’s moral principle of ‘Drinking water, remember its source.’
Highlight Activities During the Tra Que Cau Bong Festival
1. God of Agriculture Worship Ritual at the Village’s Tien Hien Communal House
- Elderly villagers dressed in traditional formal attire offer incense, tea, flowers, and fruits, reciting prayers to thank the God of Agriculture and the founding predecessors who reclaimed the land, praying for favorable weather.
Cycling through the lush green fields of Tra Que brings plenty of fresh air and memorable countryside moments.
2. Tilling, Seaweed Fertilization & Fast Herb Planting Contests
- Seasoned farmers and youth compete to till straight garden beds, evenly spread fresh seaweed, and swiftly transplant sprigs of basil, culantro, and perilla amidst cheering spectators.
3. Savoring ‘Tam Huu’ Speciality & Crispy Sizzling Shrimp Banh Xeo
- The ‘Tam Huu’ dish (Three close friends consisting of river shrimp, pork belly, and green scallions) dipped in sweet and sour garlic chili fish sauce delivers an unforgettable, aromatic herbal flavor.
Tra Que herbs are harvested fresh daily to supply restaurants and home kitchens across Hoi An Ancient Town.
Tra Que Cau Bong Festival Schedule on the 7th of Tet
| Time | Ritual & Game Content | Village Location | Cost / Guest |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06:30 – 08:00 AM | Royal Decree Procession & God of Agriculture Ceremony | Tien Hien Communal House, Tra Que Village | Free |
| 08:30 – 10:30 AM | Tilling, Seaweed Carrying, and Vegetable Planting Contests | Central Fields of the Vegetable Village | Free to Join |
| 11:00 AM – 01:00 PM | Clean Vegetable Cuisine & Musical Exchange | Tra Que Village Cultural House | Menu Pricing |
Cycling past shady bamboo groves and fragrant herb gardens is a wonderfully relaxing weekend escape.
Spring Travel Tips for Tra Que Vegetable Village
You should rent a bicycle to pedal along concrete pathways fragrant with the scent of damp spring earth, bringing along a conical hat and camera to capture hardworking moments and radiant smiles from Hoi An’s farmers.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1When does the Tra Que Vegetable Village Cau Bong Festival take place?
The festival takes place exclusively on the 7th day of the first lunar month every year at the Tien Hien Communal House in Tra Que vegetable village (Cam Ha commune, Hoi An city).
2What is the meaning of the name 'Cau Bong'?
'Cau' means to pray or wish; 'Bong' refers to blossoms, fruits, and sprouting plants. The Cau Bong Festival signifies prayers for lush agricultural seasons and vibrant green herbs covering the fields.
3What unique offerings are included in the thanksgiving tray for the God of Agriculture?
The traditional offering tray of the Tra Que people includes: A boiled rooster holding a red hibiscus flower in its beak, a plate of pink Gac sticky rice, a plate of river shrimp mixed with pork belly served with 20 varieties of Tra Que herbs, and the signature 'Tam Huu' dish (shrimp and pork rolls tied with scallions).
4What agricultural competitions are featured in the Tra Que farmers' contest?
Thrilling folk competitions include: Tilling straight planting beds, carrying seaweed from the Co Co River to fertilize the fields, fast and beautiful herb planting, and crafting Tam Huu shrimp rolls.
5Can foreign tourists directly participate in the vegetable planting contest?
Yes. Local farmers enthusiastically hand out bamboo hoes and coconut-shell watering buckets to visitors so they can join the field-tilling and vegetable-planting contest amidst the cheering of the entire village.
6How much does it cost to attend the Tra Que Village Cau Bong Festival?
The festival is completely free of charge for all domestic and international visitors to experience and enjoy fresh local vegetable cuisine on-site.
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