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Cemetery Hang Duong is the largest cemetery in Con DaoThis is the burial place of tens of thousands of revolutionary soldiers and patriots through many generations who were imprisoned and exiled, lasting from 1862 to 1975. Among them is the grave of a female martyr. Vo Thi SauIf you have the opportunity to set foot on this sacred land, you cannot help but visit the tomb of Ms. Sau to show your respect and gratitude to the revolutionary soldier, and also to feel the special atmosphere in the ancient and majestic tomb of this national heroine.
The grave of martyr Vo Thi Sau is the most popular place to visit at Hang Duong cemetery. People say that Sau's grave is very sacred, she always helps those who are kind and sincere. Therefore, every year, Con Dao in general and Sau's grave in particular welcome a large number of visitors to burn incense, pray for peace and return the favor. In this article Phu Quoc Express will help you find out the issues to be concerned about when visiting Co Sau's grave!
Location of Co Sau's grave in Con Dao
The most cost-effective way to go to Con Dao to visit Co Sau's grave is to buy high speed boat tickets to Con Dao. After arriving at Côn Đảo, you will continue to move to Hang Duong cemetery to visit the graves of the martyrs and Ms. Sáu. So where exactly is Ms. Sáu's grave located?
In April 1951, the French colonialists brought Ms. Vo Thi Sau to a military court. At the end of the trial, Ms. Sau was sentenced to death for being underage. Faced with strong opposition from public opinion, especially the progressive French people, the French colonialists did not dare to carry out Ms. Sau's death sentence in Saigon but secretly sent her to Con Dao.
The fateful train carrying Ms. Vo Thi Sau and 40 political prisoners departed for Con Dao on the morning of January 21, 1952. On January 23, 1952, the French colonialists took Ms. Sau to the execution ground for execution, but Ms. Sau still held her head high, not afraid of the enemy's guns. At the execution ground, before being executed, Ms. Vo Thi Sau asked not to be blindfolded and shouted loudly: "Down with French colonialism! Long live an independent Vietnam! Long live Ho Chi Minh!".
After her death, the grave of martyr Vo Thi Sau was placed at Hang Duong cemetery - Con Dao. Entering this cemetery, it is not difficult for you to find her grave because this is a massive grave that stands out compared to other graves. Passing dozens of other martyrs' graves, you will see her grave located on the left side of the main entrance, in area B of the cemetery.
The tomb of Ms. Sau is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Con Dao, with many people coming to visit. In the smoke of incense, the crowd respectfully offers pure white flowers to commemorate the steadfast and indomitable heroine of the nation. In that crowd, there are not only tourists from other places but also Con Dao people, especially fishermen who often visit Ms. Sau's tomb before and after their trips to sea.
Time to visit Ms. Sau's grave
The most suitable time to visit the tomb of Miss Sau Con Dao is:
Beginning of the year: The period from January to March of the lunar calendar is a suitable time because the 23rd day of the first lunar month is her main death anniversary. Therefore, this is also the time when Con Dao attracts a large number of visitors.
July:Many people choose the ghost month to visit the tomb of Miss Sau Con Dao to perform the ceremony. Vu lan filial piety, erase the sin of ingratitude.
October to December of the lunar calendar:This is the right time to go to her grave.
However, visitors can visit the tomb of Co Sau Con Dao at any time because Hang Duong cemetery is open all year round. However, people often go visit Ms. Sau's grave from 10pm to 11:55pm at night because people believe that this is a sacred time, if you are sincere, all your wishes will come true. Similar to going to the temple, many people choose the beginning of the new year to visit her to pray for peace. As long as you are sincere and have your heart towards the sacred place, you will be protected and blessed.
Grave worship ceremony of Miss Sau
A set of offerings to Co Sau includes: basic offerings, fruits, and can offer additional savory dishes if desired.
The code includes
- 1 conical hat or 1 bucket hat
- 1 ao dai or ao ba ba
- 1 stack of mixed gold and silver paper money
- 1 bottle of mineral water
- 1 bundle of incense
- 1 pair of candles
- 1 jewelry set
- Clog
- Soapberry
Fruits included
- 01 bouquet of white flowers (Miss Sau loves white flowers so don't forget this offering.)
- 01 fruit tray or basket (must have lekima or chicken egg)
- 01 Oan Tai Loc tray (can be brought home to worship for luck)
For the ceremony at the memorial, you must prepare: national flag, scarf, floppy hat, army uniform, tea bag, cigarette pack.
More elaborate people prepare savory offerings or real offerings such as: chicken, roasted pork, etc.
Tomb of Martyr Vo Thi Sau seems to have become a typical spiritual symbol in Con Dao. The beliefs of the local people and tourists from far away are extremely strong, when they have difficulties, they all come to ask for her blessing. Or when they have good luck, they all bring offerings to thank her.
Every house has her picture to worship, even the drivers when I rented a car to take me to Con Dao also had her picture on their cars. If you like to explore famous spiritual places, or want to visit Ms. Sau's grave to pray for peace and luck, quickly book a high-speed train ticket to Con Dao tourism to experience!
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