Hai Duong is not only famous for mung bean cakes, with heroic traditions. It is also famous for its historical sites. Notable and especially worth mentioning is Ngoc well.
Where is Well Ngoc?
Ngoc well is a sacred well located in the special national relic area of Con Son – Kiep Bac. This relic is located in Chi Linh town, Hai Duong. The well is located on the slopes of Ky Lan mountain, at the foot of Dang Minh Bao Thap. Over 700 years of history, but the well water never runs dry. On the contrary, the water is as blue as the eyes of a Unicorn.
The well belongs to the Con Son Kiep Bac relic site
Legend of Ngoc well
According to the old legend, the well is the lifeblood of the special national monument Con Son – Kiep Bac. The water source of Ky Lan mountain flows down and gathers here. In the 13th century, the abbot of Con Son pagoda was Huyen Quang Ton Gia. After Con Son Pagoda was built. The abbot is still struggling not knowing where to find pure water to worship.
Then one full moon night, the moon shined brightly, when the Vu Lan Bao filial ceremony was held, the abbot had a strange dream. In the dream, Tien Ong claimed to be the god of dragon veins of Con Son mountain. Tien Ong showed Master Huyen Quang that he knew his wish, then led him to the back of the temple, only to the side of the grove of trees with the pearl. But the temple bell woke the abbot.
The legend of the well is handed down by the people
After that, the monk and the monks and nuns went out to the bushes that Tien pointed to. Clearing the bush, there is a clear water spring. If you taste it, you will find the taste is sweet, the drinker is more satisfied. Master Huyen Quang returned to give thanks to heaven and earth, then built and embanked the well and named it Ngoc well.
Ngoc Well in scientific research
In terms of science, according to research so far, the well has the cleanest water source in Chi Linh. Well water is a natural mineral water source. Water from the well is used to serve festivals in the temple. Moreover, according to the concept, when drinking this well water will be peaceful and happy.
After sightseeing at Con Son pagoda and other monuments, visitors come to Ngoc well to visit. Many tourists said that although they are not superstitious, after drinking a few sips of well water, they feel more relaxed and comfortable.
Mysteries in the sacred well
Although located on the mountainside. It is more than 180 meters above sea level, but the well is always full of water. The well water is clear and cool. Coming to this place, tourists both offer incense to the Buddha and visit the scenic Con Son – Kiep Bac. Visitors also come to burn incense at the temple of national heroes, world cultural celebrity Nguyen Trai and the tomb of Master Chu Van An. He is a teacher that everyone respects and loves.
Tourists come to ask for water to drink, hope to be healthy and peaceful
The special thing is that although there are times when the well is covered, the well water does not run dry. Moreover, the water is always cool. The well water is still sweet, making many people come here surprised and excited. Visitors here often ask for well water to drink to pray for health and peace.
It is necessary to preserve and embellish the well
Not only having scientific meaning, Ngoc well also has cultural and spiritual value. Well water is mixed with water of Con Son lake for procession during Buddha’s birthday. Currently, the management board at this place often has cups and pots for visitors to easily drink water at the well.
Wells are always preserved and embellished
Well Ngoc is a precious source of water. So when you come here to visit the temple, enjoy the cool air and ask for water from the well. Please pay attention to dress modestly, do not throw money and other objects into the well. The State has a policy to preserve and restore Ngoc well. The well will be embanked and the well yard built to meet the number of visitors each Tet to spring.
If you come to Hai Duong, don’t forget to visit the Con Son – Kiep Bac relic site to feel the magnanimity and majesty of the sacred place. Moreover, visitors come to Ngoc well to feel the peace here. Don’t forget to ask for a sip of well water to feel refreshed and dispel fatigue. However, Ngoc well has spiritual meaning, people come to the well to ask for drinking water to pray for good luck. As for the rumor that Ngoc well water cures all diseases, no one has proven it.
Source: Collected internet.