Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for the Exhibition Opening
The exhibition, carefully curated from hundreds of documents, aims to recreate the formation and development of the Temple of Literature, one of the most important cultural heritage sites in Hanoi, symbolizing Vietnam’s culture and intellectual heritage. It sheds light on and decodes the essence of the nation’s scholarly traditions, while honoring the cultural and historical figures of Ninh Binh, the ancient imperial land.
The exhibition comprises two main themes: “Temple of Literature: The Essence of Vietnamese Scholarly Education” with contents on the Temple of Knowledge, Nurturing Talents, the Imperial Examination Journey, and Stone Tablets Commemorating Names. These elements convey the message that the Temple of Literature is the gathering place of the essence of Vietnamese education, with significant contributions from cultural figures such as Kings Ly Thanh Tong, Ly Nhan Tong, Le Thanh Tong, and National Academy Superintendent Chu Van An.
The theme, “The Scholarly Tradition of Ninh Binh,” with contents on the Ninh Binh Imperial Examinations, Confucian Relics, and the Golden Tablets Commemorating Names, revisits the development of Ninh Binh’s educational system, highlighting the existence of local temples, academies, and the significant legacy of 10 doctoral laureates under various royal dynasties.
Delegators Visiting the Exhibition and Interactive Activities
In his opening speech, Le Xuan Kieu, Director of the Temple of Literature Cultural and Historical Activity Center, mentioned that the exhibition, curated from thousands of documents, has recreated the process of the Temple of Literature’s formation and development, as well as the distinctive scholarly traditions of Ninh Binh. The exhibition introduces to the public several cultural figures who made significant contributions to both of these cultural landmarks. Visitors will feel as though they are taking a journey back in time, immersing themselves in the knowledge and cultural atmosphere of the Temple of Literature and Ninh Binh’s imperial land throughout various historical periods of Great Vietnam.
“Through this exhibition, we hope to offer the people of Ninh Binh, especially the youth, a panoramic view of one of Hanoi’s most significant historical monuments. It also serves as an opportunity to learn more about the tradition of valuing knowledge, respecting teachers, and the scholarly figures of Ninh Binh. We hope this exhibition will provide the public with a rich and valuable resource for studying and exploring the National Special Heritage Site, the Temple of Literature, and Ninh Binh’s historical education traditions,” said Le Xuan Kieu.
Opening Speech by the Deputy Director of Ninh Binh Department of Culture and Sports
Vũ Thanh Lịch, Deputy Director of Ninh Binh Department of Culture and Sports, also noted that the exhibition “Temple of Literature and the Scholarly Education Tradition of Ninh Binh” reflects the formation and development of the Temple of Literature while honoring the province’s long-standing educational and scholarly traditions. It aims to promote and widely publicize the traditions of learning and the cultural heritage of Ninh Binh to the local authorities, the people, and especially the youth and students of local schools and foster national pride and love for the homeland, particularly among younger generations. The exhibition is a meaningful activity for Ninh Binh province.
Deputy Director of the Department of Culture and Sports of Ninh Binh province Vu Thanh Lich spoke at the event.
“With its respectful and impressive display space, high aesthetic value, and deep educational significance, along with interactive experiences such as printing Doctoral Stone tablet patterns, experiencing modern technology like AI Turtle Q&A, virtual reality glasses, interactive screens, and 3D mapping projections, we hope that the exhibition will attract many people to visit, learn, and enjoy these fascinating experiences during the month-long event. This is also an opportunity for Ninh Binh to introduce and promote its distinctive cultural heritage, historical monuments, scenic spots, and the friendly, hospitable people of Ninh Binh”.
Students Visiting the Exhibition
The exhibition “Temple of Literature and the Scholarly Education Tradition of Ninh Binh” will be open from November 25 to December 25, 2024, at the Ninh Binh Provincial Library (4 Le Hong Phong Street, Dong Thanh Ward, Ninh Binh City).
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