The Kate Festival: The Mysterious Cham Cultural Heritage

The Kate Festival is celebrated by members of the Binh Thuan Cham community during the first week of October at the ancient Po Sah Inu Tower in Phu Hai ward here in Phan Thiet. It is the most important event in the Cham calendar and is a chance for the Cham people to honour their ancestors and seek blessings for peace and prosperity.

There are a variety of activities in which visitors are invited to watch, or even to participate. There are solemn ceremonies, like the welcoming of the goddess Po Sah Inu’s attire and the opening of the tower door, thrilling competitions such as the Saranai horn blowing contest and water-carrying races, and mesmerizing performances of Cham music and dance troupes from across Binh Thuan province.

Pandanus Resort: A destination to explore Cham culture and cuisine during October and November

The refined beauty of Cham culture is harmoniously integrated with nature throughout our ten-hectares. From intricate Cham statues to traditional handwoven fabrics, every area of the resort displays objects that reflect the essence of Cham heritage.

Cham cuisine will be a highlight of the guest experience on the second of November this year when we host ‘Cham Culinary Gala Dinner’ at the Blue Lagoon restaurant with a flavourful “Cham Buffet.” Our Cham culinary artisans will prepare traditional dishes such as goat soup with fresh herbs, spiced grilled goat, roast chicken with coconut rice, mango salad with anchovies and ginger cake. The buffet will also include many seafood favourites, fresh from Mũi Né Bay.

During the festival weekend, the resort will be providing pottery and weaving workshops, where guests can gain insight into the rich traditions of Cham craftsmanship while learning how the Cham people have been creating unique pottery and weaving brocade for hundreds of years. Special tours are also available to our guests that will introduce the fascinating history of the Cham people and will visit the ancient Cham towers in Binh Thuan and Ninh Thuan provinces. Throughout October and November, special rates are offered to those who wish to explore the remarkable collection of artifacts at the Mui Ne Antiquities Museum, curated by antiquities collector Nguyen Ngoc An.

Experience a truly unforgettable vacation at Pandanus Resort while discovering the captivating charm of Cham culture. We provide the perfect blend of culture, nature, and warm hospitality.

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