The Quintessence of Vietnamese Nghê

In the world of Vietnamese sacred and mythical creatures, the dragon evokes majesty, the phoenix splendor, and the turtle quiet wisdom. Nghê, a Vietnamese mythical guardian creature, is everywhere and yet still unfamiliar to many. It stands at the gates of village communal houses, on temple roofs, beside ancestral altars, and appears across sacred architectural spaces. Though its presence has long been part of Vietnamese cultural life, its name, forms, and symbolic meanings often remain overlooked.

Author: Trần Hậu Yên Thế

Publisher: Kim Đồng

Released Date: 2025

ISBN: 9786042418119