Thien Y A Na Festival

According to local residents, the Thien Y A Na Festival represents a fusion of Vietnamese and Cham cultures. It honors the significance of the Mother Goddess as a creator of all living things on Earth and reflects the tradition of worshiping Mother Goddess figures across Asia. To pay homage to the nation's origins and the ancestors who shaped the country, the Thien Y A Na Festival is celebrated on the 4th day of June (Lunar calendar) at Am Chua, located in Dien Khanh.
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The legend inscribed on a stone monument constructed in 1856 indicates that Am Chua is the birthplace of the Mother Goddess, where she resided with her parents. As she matured, she aided many people with agriculture, weaving, and life in general, while also defending them against adversaries. Touched by her kindness, the community built a temple in her honor and established an annual festival to celebrate her contributions, which they named the Thien Y A Na Festival.

During the festival season, thousands of visitors flock to Am Chua to partake in the celebration. The festivities, which run from early morning until late afternoon, include various events such as public worship activities, competitions, and traditional performances.