Breaking Hell – Pardoning Lost Souls – Journey To Discover Chợ Lớn

As the seventh lunar month begins, the ancient mystical veil stirs once more. Tales of the underworld, of the gates of hell opening, and of wandering souls returning to the human realm always evoke both shivers and curiosity. Are these merely legends, or do they conceal a deeply humanistic cultural value that few truly understand?

Join Dấu Ấn Sài Gòn in exploring “Pardoning Lost Souls” – a special ritual held only once a year in Chợ Lớn. From the perspective of folk beliefs, ranging from Taoism to Buddhism, this is not a month of disturbance, but rather a time for people to remember and pray for wandering souls without refuge, helping them hear the chants of sutras and find liberation.

On this journey, you will:

• Walk through ancient Taoist and community halls – where the ritual of Pardoning Lost Souls is still solemnly practiced.
• Admire worship paintings and statues of Lord Tiêu Diện, magnificently decorated during the festival season.
• Explore the famous paper effigy street in Chợ Thiếc, and visit workshops crafting ritual figurines and offerings.
• Enjoy local cuisine, especially a serene vegetarian meal – embodying the full spirit of Vu Lan.

Behind each stop lies a sacred story and timeless cultural belief waiting to be revealed. This is not just a trip, but a journey into the depths of culture and faith.

There are many fascinating things that Dấu Ấn Sài Gòn will share with you during this journey – curiosity always brings surprises, doesn’t it? We look forward to seeing you on this tour.

Register here.