Thousands crowd Phuc Khanh Pagoda in the rain on Vu Lan Festival
VOV.VN - Thousands of Buddhist followers gathered on August 16 at and around Phuc Khanh Pagoda in the rain to celebrate Vu Lan (Ullambana) Festival.
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Many people are present in Phuc Khanh Pagoda at 6:00pm for a ceremony to celebrate Vu Lan Festival. |
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Security forces on duty to untangle traffic jams on roads leading to the Pagoda. |
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Parents take their children to the event despite heavy rain. |
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Making money by selling raincoats. |
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Free seats for participants at the event |
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The prayer ceremony begins at 7:00pm. |
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Tay Son St. is packed with Buddhist followers who come to express their gratitude to their ancestors and deliver offerings to wandering souls. |
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| Vu Lan Festival takes place annually on the 15th of the seventh lunar month. |
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