Preparations begin for 233rd death anniversary of Emperor Quang Trung

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(GLO) – The provincial People’s Committee of Gia Lai has launched preparations for the 233rd anniversary of Emperor Quang Trung’s death, scheduled from September 19-20, 2025, at historical sites linked to the Tây Sơn peasant uprising, the Quang Trung Museum confirmed.

This year marks the first commemoration following the merger of Bình Định and Gia Lai provinces into the new Gia Lai province, and the reorganization of localities in the Upper and Lower Tây Sơn regions.

Key ceremonies will take place at the An Khê Trường relic and the Tây Sơn Tam Kiệt Temple.

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The Commemoration Ceremony for Emperor Quang Trung will take place at the An Khê Trường relic on the morning of September 19. Photo: Ngọc Nhuận

Activities will include flower and incense offerings at the Emperor Quang Trung statue and the Tây Sơn Tam Kiệt Shrine on September 19 morning, followed by prayers at Đài Kính Thiên and the temple honoring the Tây Sơn Tam Kiệt’s parents in the afternoon.

The main commemoration ceremony is set for September 20 at the Tây Sơn Tam Kiệt Temple within the Quang Trung Museum complex.

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Statue of Emperor Quang Trung at the An Khê Trường relic. Photo: Ngọc Nhuận

Cultural and artistic events will complement traditional rituals, featuring a ceremonial tray decoration contest, traditional cake-making competitions, and performances of traditional arts at the Quang Trung Museum Square and An Khê Trường relic site. These activities aim to preserve cultural heritage and attract visitors.

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Statue of Emperor Quang Trung at the Quang Trung Museum grounds. Photo: Ngọc Nhuận

The Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism will coordinate with local authorities on decorations, publicity, security, environmental sanitation, and logistics for ceremonial offerings and communal feasts, ensuring the event is solemn, respectful, and economically managed.

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The commemoration ceremony will follow traditional rituals. Photo: Ngọc Nhuận

Emperor Quang Trung, born Nguyễn Huệ (1753–1792), led the Tây Sơn peasant uprising that overthrew the Lê, Trịnh, and Nguyễn dynasties.

His victories, including the Rạch Gầm-Xoài Mút battle against 50,000 Siamese troops and the Ngọc Hồi-Đống Đa campaign expelling 290,000 Qing invaders, are celebrated as pivotal moments in Vietnam’s history.

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Tây Sơn Tam Kiệt Shrine at the An Khê Trường relic. Photo: Ngọc Nhuận

The commemoration highlights Quang Trung’s intellectual and military achievements, fostering patriotism, national unity, and appreciation for the historical and cultural legacy of the Upper and Lower Tây Sơn regions.

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The commemoration ceremony for Emperor Quang Trung will be held at the Quang Trung Museum on the morning of September 20. Photo: Ngọc Nhuận

The 233rd anniversary is expected to draw scholars, local residents, and tourists, honoring the emperor’s lasting legacy as a “plain-clothed, red-bannered” national hero, remembered for his dedication to the people and the nation.

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