Tag: Hùng Vương

The Hung Kings were the revered monarchs of Van Lang, a kingdom of the Lac Viet people. The Hung Kings' era is a significant part of Vietnamese history, and their legacy is deeply ingrained in the country's cultural fabric. With a lineage of eighteen kings, the Hung Kings' rule is celebrated annually during the Hung Kings' Temple Festival, a time-honored tradition that pays homage to these influential rulers. The festival is a testament to the Hung Kings' impact and their enduring place in the hearts and minds of the Vietnamese people.

Legend has it that the kings of the Hùng dynasty ruled over the kingdom of Văn Lang for 18 generations. So, who were these 18 generations?