The beginning of the year marks a busy time for Duong Lam, as a large number of tourists flock to admire its scenic beauty. Famous spots within the village, such as Mong Phu Communal House, Thám Hoa Giang Văn Minh Church, Mia Pagoda, and ancient houses, including those of Mr. Ha Nguyen Huyen, Mr. Nguyen Van Hung, and Ms. Duong Lan, are bustling with visitors.
The ancient gate of Mong Phu Village, one of the most historic sites in Duong Lam, with a centuries-old tree, attracts a steady stream of tourists.
Duong Lam, in the first days of the new year, welcomes a large number of visitors.
Ms. Nguyen Thi Lien, from Gia Lam, Hanoi, shared that instead of traveling far, she chose Duong Lam for her New Year holiday. She was impressed by the village’s ancient and mossy beauty, as well as its unique architectural wonders.
Ms. Lien added that despite the large number of tourists, Duong Lam still exudes a sense of tranquility and serenity, typical of ancient villages. Walking along the deep, narrow brick paths, visitors can feel the freshness and simplicity of the village, with its primitive and ancient charm.
The ancient and serene atmosphere of Duong Lam in the first days of the new year.
The ancient houses of Duong Lam are a source of pride for the locals. These are typically five-room houses, hundreds of years old, built with wood and featuring ancient architecture. From the columns, beams, roofs, walls, decorations to the interior, everything exudes a unique and familiar ancient charm. During the new year, these ancient houses are decorated with peach blossoms, kumquat trees, lanterns, and various spring flowers, making them ideal check-in spots for tourists.
The unique architecture of the ancient houses in Duong Lam creates a movie-like setting, where visitors can take traditional and nostalgic New Year photos.
In addition to the scenery, Duong Lam’s cuisine is also a significant attraction. Visitors can indulge in traditional, rustic, yet flavorful dishes such as Mia chicken, roasted pork, che kho (Vietnamese caramelized dessert soup), che lam (Vietnamese peanut candy), banh te (a type of small, round, and flat glutinous rice cake), fish in fermented bean paste, and pickled eggplant.
Famous delicacies of Duong Lam: Banh Gai (left) and Kẹo Lạc, Kẹo Dồi (right)
After a tiring day of sightseeing, visitors can rest at a small roadside stall, sipping a cup of tea and savoring the famous che lam of Duong Lam.
Bean paste is a specialty of Duong Lam. Every household has a few jars of this paste, either for their own consumption or to sell to visitors. The bean paste of Duong Lam has a unique flavor—sweet, fragrant, and rich. These jars of paste are placed in the yards, where tourists can not only take photos but also learn about the process of making this special condiment and buy some as souvenirs.
Especially, when visiting Duong Lam, one must not miss the opportunity to taste the famous Mia chicken and roasted pork. These dishes are made with intricate processes and are irresistibly delicious, carrying the unique flavors of Duong Lam.
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