Thousands descend on Phu Tay Ho during the Lunar New Year

VOV.VN - Thousands of Hanoians have paid a visit to Phu Tay Ho, a shrine in West Lake district,during the sixth day of the first lunar month to pray for wealth, health, luck, and success.

The road leading to Phu Tay Ho was packed with hordes of visitors making a visit to the shrine.
Visitors wait patiently for their turn to enter the shrine
Some pilgrims were forced to put their offerings above their head to avoid damaging them
A single tray featuring items as an offering is priced at VND50,000

The legendary figure of Lieu Hanh is worshipped at Phu Tay Ho.

 

Pavilions featuring calligraphy have been erected on the entrance to Phu Tay Ho.
 
 
Staff clean up rubbish throughout the area
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