Vibrant sitting tug-of-war ritual in Hanoi
The Tran Vu Temple Festival in Hanoi is a significant cultural event held from March 29 to April 1. As part of the festival, the sitting tug-of-war ritual and game—recognised by UNESCO as a national and global intangible cultural heritage—attracted a large number of locals and visitors. VNA Photo
The uniqueness of this ritual lies in the participants sitting on the ground while pulling. They alternate between sitting with their legs bent and stretched, facing each other across the rope. VNA Photo
Festival-goers cheer to encourage the teams. VNA Photo
The 'Sitting Tug-of-War' ceremony is held every year on the third day of the third lunar month. VNA Photo
Offerings are presented to the deity Huyền Thiên Trấn Vũ ahead of the game. VNA Photo
Participants, aged 18 to 35, are local men and must have been born in the village, excluding sons-in-law. VNA Photo
The Tran Vu Temple Festival reflects people's reverence for the deities and embodies their dreams and aspirations for a peaceful and prosperous life. VNA Photo
The Tran Vu Temple Festival showcases traditional cultural identity and serves as a way of the community asking for abundance. VNA Photo
The 'Sitting Tug-of-War' ceremony is held every year on the third day of the third lunar month. VNA Photo

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