Vu Dai Village - an Attraction in Ha Nam

Vu Dai Village is a deeply ingrained tourist destination in the subconscious of the Vietnamese people, thanks to the inspiring literary works vividly recreated by writer Nam Cao. It attracts visitors to explore and witness firsthand the vivid depiction of Vietnam's old society through its various scenes.

Where is Vu Dai Village located?
 

Vu Dai Village is located in Ly Nhan District, Ha Nam Province, about 40km from the center of Ha Nam. Vu Dai Village gained prominence through Nam Cao's literary work "Chi Pheo'' and the film "Vu Dai Village in the Past." To this day, the village still retains its ancient, rustic, and profoundly significant cultural values.

Few people know that this is the hometown of writer Nam Cao. He transformed his homeland into a masterpiece, intriguing and captivating the hearts of those who love and are curious to explore this fascinating village.

What kind of a history has the village of Vu Dai had?

The natural beauty of the northern Vietnamese countryside has been preserved despite thousands of ups and downs in Vu Dai village. The original name of Vu Dai village is Dai Hoang village. It was formerly well - known for its heritage of weaving, primarily the production of crude terry fabric using a raven beak frame.

Ba Kien's home, which is almost a century old, is a genuine relic in this location. Sitting at home has gone through many ups and downs and violent occurrences in the past to become a distinctive and different location to draw tourists.

In addition to Ba Kien's residence, Vu Dai village also features a location connected to intriguing literary and real - life imagery, such as a bowl of thanksgiving onion porridge, banana plants beyond the house,...

Vu Dai hamlet still practices weaving today, but with more advanced equipment. The industrial loom has taken the shuttle's position as the predominant noise, but the 100 - year - old house still has its distinctive look from the past and hasn't undergone any restoration. Visitors are made to feel highly intrigued by Ba Kien's house's setting, which still maintains its straightforward aspect with flat tiled roofs, undamaged carved designs, and land and banana bushes behind the house.

What does Vu Dai Village have?

Vu Dai Village has many places for you to explore. When you visit here, you will immerse yourself in the characteristic rural atmosphere of the North Vietnamese delta, as if you are going back in time to learn more about Vietnamese society in the past.

Ba Kien House
 

This is the most popular attraction in the village, covering an area of about 900m2. Ba Kien’s house is the grandest three - compartment house of that time in the region. It is designed and built in the traditional style of the Northern region. Inside the house, there are four rows of columns made of ironwood, each column is supported by stone blocks, and the roof is covered with traditional terracotta tiles. Particularly, if you pay attention, you can see many intricate Confucian script and dragon carvings on the beams, rafters, and dishes.

The Historical Site and Memorial Area of Nam Cao

This is a place dedicated to the memory of Nam Cao, a writer who made significant contributions to the success of Vietnamese literature. The memorial area for Nam Cao, as well as fallen soldiers, is built on the land of his hometown for people and tourists to visit. The memorial area covers a total area of 5,460m2 and includes a tomb, a memorial house, a garden, and a lake. Here, visitors have the opportunity to admire the landscape, as well as learn more about the background, life, and career of one of the most prominent writers of 20th - century Vietnamese literature.

Vu Dais Speciality - Braised Fish
 

One of the must - try dishes when visiting Vu Dai village is the braised fish of Vu Dai. The fragrant pots of braised fish, meticulously prepared by the locals, have become a wonderful delicacy that piques the curiosity and desire for tasting among numerous tourists. When you arrive in the village, you will come across establishments preparing pots of braised fish right in their front yards, using simple ingredients such as banana leaves, clay pots, fish, ginger, meat, and more.

If you have the chance to visit Vu Dai village, make sure to indulge in or take home this unique and delicious dish as a gift. You will experience the distinctive and delightful taste that can only be found in Vu Dai's braised fish.

Vu Dai village remains a favorite destination for tourists visiting Ha Nam. It exudes the simple beauty of rural life, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in a slow - paced environment, surrounded by fresh air and friendly people. Have a wonderful trip to Ha Nam!
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