Solemn ceremony held to commemorate 56 years since President Ho Chi Minh’s passing
Delegates affirmed their commitment to upholding the ideals of President Ho Chi Minh, drawing strength from his teachings to overcome difficulties, foster unity, and mobilise resources for national development.
The incense-offering ceremony is held at the Ho Chi Minh Temple on the peak of Mount Vua on September 12. (Photo: baochinhphu.vn)
Hanoi (VNA)ꦡ – A solemn incense-offering ceremony was held at the Ho Chi Minh Temple on the peak of Mount Vua in Ba Vi National Park, Hanoi, on September 12 to mark the 56th anniversary of the President’s passing and the successful organisation of the celebration of the 80th August Revolution and National Day anniversary.
The ceremony drew the participation of Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc; Acting Minister of Agriculture and Environment Tran Duc Thang; leaders of ministries, central agencies, Hanoi, and Phu Tho province; along with numerous officials and citizens.
In a deeply respectful atmosphere, delegates recalled that 56 years ago, at 9:47 am on September 2, 1969 (the 21st of the seventh lunar month, which falls on September 12 this year), President Ho Chi Minh passed away, leaving behind an immortal legacy – his testament, which remains a priceless spiritual heritage and contains heartfelt guidance for and profound trust in future generations.
Ba Vi Mountain, where “heaven and earth meet, rivers and mountains converge”, was chosen in the testament as his last resting place. Following his wish, the Ho Chi Minh Temple was built on Mount Vua of Ba Vi Mountain, serving as a place for generations of Vietnamese to pay tribute to him.
Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc writes in the guestbook at the Ho Chi Minh Temple. (Photo: baochinhphu.vn)
Delegates affirmed their commitment to upholding the ideals of President Ho Chi Minh, drawing strength from his teachings to overcome difficulties, foster unity, and mobilise resources for national development. Over the past 56 years, following his testament, the entire Party, people, and army have worked in solidarity to build a Vietnam that is more prosperous and internationally respected.
The temple itself is a symbolic structure. Built in harmony with both traditional and modern styles, it houses a statue of President Ho Chi Minh, the national flag, inscriptions of his testament, and symbols of independence and unity. The site has become a venue for political, cultural, and spiritual activities.
Each year, on the 21st day of the seventh lunar month, Party and State leaders, local authorities, the Nguyen Sinh and Hoang Xuan families of the President's parents, along with people nationwide, gather here to pay tribute to President Ho Chi Minh, reflecting the nation’s lasting gratitude to the beloved leader./.
An exhibition themed “President Ho Chi Minh – the founder of Vietnam–Russia friendship” opened on September 10 at the Ho Chi Minh Institute in Saint Petersburg, Russia.
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The delegates expressed their infinite gratitude and profound respect for President Ho Chi Minh’s tremendous contributions to the revolutionary cause of the Party and the nation.
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