Gathering in the Melodies

“Sacred Roots - Hung Kings Ancestral Land” - the special art program opening the 2026 Hung Temple Festival and Ancestral Land Culture and Tourism Week - is an echo calling back memories of a thousand years. In a heroic atmosphere, sweet melodies and artistic performances lead the way back to the nation’s spiritual veins. Each dance and song not only vividly recreates the legend of the Fairy and the Dragon but also serves as a bridge for the tradition of “When drinking water, remember its source,” honoring humanity’s representative intangible cultural values and promoting the hospitable and warm image of Phu Tho people to friends from all over the world.

The opening act “Echoes of the Roots” commences the special art program "Sacred Roots - Hung Kings Ancestral Land."

The image of Mother Au Co is recreated on stage.

An artistic light show themed "Hung Kings Seeking Land to Build the Capital."

The legends of Son Tinh - Thuy Tinh and Banh Chung, Banh Giay are reenacted through a Mashup: Phong Chau Opening the Festival - Sacred Realm of the Fairy and the Dragon - Earthly Harmony.

The heavy rain adds a shimmering and mystical quality to the program’s scenery.

High concentration to successfully complete missions on the Festival’s opening day.

People’s Artisan Nguyen Thi Lich and students perform Phu Tho Xoan Singing during the program.

Muong Gong Ensemble - Dap nang Khot (Muong folk song) brings the unique cultural heritage of the Muong people to the stage.

Performance of Duc Bac Trong Quan singing - The Sound of Heritage.

The song and dance act “Vietnam - A New Day” brings a bustling and joyful atmosphere.

The performances “The Phoenix” and “Elite Vietnam” express the aspirations of the youth to follow in their ancestors' footsteps.

The finale act “Phu Tho - Spring Colors of a New Day” delivers an energetic conclusion to the art program.

Le Hoang - Duc Anh