THE GREAT CEREMONY OF DIEU TRI CUNG IN THE CONTEXT OF THE TOURIST DEVELOPMENT OF TAY NINH PROVINCE

Abstract

Cao Daism is one of Vietnam's local religions, founded in the Southern region, with its own system of religious rituals. Among them, there are two major ceremonies: the Great Ceremony of the Supreme Being and the Great Ceremony of Dieu Tri Cung, gathering many followers from all over the country to Tay Ninh Holy See to attend the ceremony. These ceremonies attract numerous followers from around the country and a significant influx of domestic and international tourists for sightseeing and travel purposes. The religious rituals of Caodaism, particularly the Great Ceremony of Dieu Tri Cung, have played a significant role in enhancing the spiritual experiences of the local population and have become a distinctive tourism attraction in Tay Ninh province.