The exhibition content is curated from thousands of documents to recreate the formation and development process of Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam, allowing viewers to feel as if they are participating in a journey back in time, immersing themselves in the intellectual and cultural space of Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam during the historical periods of the Dai Viet nation.
The exhibition is presented through four main themes, including: "The Temple of Knowledge," which conveys the message that Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam is where the essence of Vietnamese scholarship converges, including the significant contributions of cultural celebrities; "Cultivating Talents," which introduces the teaching and learning activities of Quoc Tu Giam, the first national school in our country; "The Journey of Academic Achievement," which reviews the process of striving for learning and the efforts of ancient students, from learning the first characters to successfully enrolling on the honor roll; and "Stone Tablets of Fame," which reviews the historical, cultural, and artistic value of the 82 Doctoral Stelae at Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam, recognized by UNESCO as a World Documentary Heritage.
Delegates performed the ribbon cutting ceremony to open the exhibition.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Dr. Le Xuan Kieu, Director of the Center of Scientific and Cultural Activities Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam, stated: Through the exhibition, the organizers hope to introduce to the people of Can Tho City, especially the youth, a comprehensive view of a significant monument in the capital, Hanoi, in order to nurture love for cultural heritage, the tradition of respect for learning, teachers, and the morals of the nation, along with the spirit of autonomy, self-reliance, creativity, and aspirations for development, contributing to building a prosperous, flourishing, and happy country.
A large number of people visited the exhibition area.
The exhibition "Special National Monument Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam" will take place from October 18 to December 18, 2024 at the Hung Kings Temple (Lac Long Quan Street, Binh Thuy Ward, Binh Thuy District, Can Tho City).
Thanh Xuan - Translated by Chi Nguyen