The Chiet Bi Communal House (commonly referred to as Dinh Chiet Bi) is a communal house that has coexisted with the formation and development of Chiet Bi Village. It is a place of worship for local deities, ancestral spirits, and those who have contributed to the village and the country. The communal house is also a venue for cultural activities of the village community, aimed at preserving and promoting the ancient customs, traditions, and values of the Vietnamese people.

On March 21, 2011, the People's Committee of Thừa Thiên Huế Province issued Decision No. 652/QĐ-UBND to classify the Chiet Bi Communal House as a provincial-level architectural heritage site.
 

Similar to other regions, after the village was formed, communal houses, temples, shrines, and pagodas were built. Although there is no documented evidence about the exact founding date of Dinh Chiet Bi, according to the oral history of the elderly and preserved Han script characters in the village, it can be confirmed that Dinh Chiet Bi is an ancient communal house, reconstructed in the mid-19th century, inheriting the tradition of earlier, simpler communal houses.

From the beginning, the communal house was constructed widely and spaciously, situated at the front of the village. The communal house faces the southwest direction, with the Nhu Y River in front, creating a harmonious landscape. Originally, the communal house had five sections and two wings. Over time, it underwent multiple renovations. In 1954, the communal house was renovated, and in 1974, it underwent significant restoration, reducing it to three sections and two wings, primarily constructed from durable ironwood. The communal house has a central hall and a rear chamber, with a tiled roof following the yin-yang design.

Dinh Chiet Bi is a place of worship for village deities, ancestral spirits, and those who have contributed to the village. It is also a venue for various cultural activities of the village community, fostering the preservation and transmission of traditions, customs, and values of the Vietnamese people throughout history.

At present, the Chiet Bi Communal House hosts cultural events and festivals such as:

February 8th (lunar calendar): The Spring Festival is organized to worship village deities, combined with cultural and sports activities like boat racing, running, tug-of-war, and more.
July 12th (lunar calendar): The Autumn Festival is held to worship the village's ancestral spirits and significant figures, accompanied by cultural and artistic performances, educational activities, and rewards for outstanding students.
Additionally, during the Lunar New Year festivities, various traditional activities are held at the communal house, such as pole-raising ceremonies and other customs.

The overall architecture of Dinh Chiet Bi includes several structures: the representative pillar, the ceremonial gate, the screen, the courtyard, and the communal house itself.

The communal house's architecture follows the traditional style of Huế, featuring three sections and two wings, with a tiled yin-yang roof. The eaves are adorned with ornamental tiles, and the central ridge has a sun motif, while dragon images grace the roof ends. The embankments on both sides are adorned with four mythical creatures: dragons, lions, turtles, and phoenixes. Decorative foliage and trees are artistically crafted on the embankments. Bat images, symbolizing prosperity, are also made of cement on the front roof ends. These motifs not only serve as artistic highlights but also express the aspirations of the villagers for harmony, prosperity, and well-being.

The main hall is equipped with a system of altars for ancestral worship in all three sections. These altars, previously made of wood, have been recreated using faux wood cement and meticulously painted and decorated. The surrounding areas of the altars are divided into compartments with square and rectangular patterns, each decorated with stylized foliage. The front of the main altar features a "tiger statuette." Above the altars are various ancestral worship items like candle holders, water trays, and incense burners. The space between the altars showcases pairs of Han-script couplets that praise the peaceful and serene countryside life of the Vietnamese village.

The rear chamber can be accessed from the main hall through side doors. Like the main hall, it contains three altars built into the walls, reconstructed using faux wood cement. The altars also hold various worship items like candle holders, water trays, incense burners, and flower vases.

Long cement benches are constructed on either side of the side wings, used for preparing ceremonial offerings and holding meetings during village festivals.

In addition to the main structures, Dinh Chiet Bi also has a monk's house (now the Chiet Bi Village Cultural House). The monk's house was rebuilt due to deterioration and is used for meetings and preparing offerings during memorial ceremonies and village festivals.

Dinh Chiet Bi is a communal house that has coexisted with the village's formation and development. It is a place of worship for local deities, ancestral spirits, and those who have contributed to the village and the country. The communal house also hosts cultural activities and retains the community's traditions and values, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the Vietnamese people.

Despite its long history and various renovations, the communal house retains its original elements, showcasing the distinctive architectural style of Huế's village communal houses, characterized by traditional wooden structures. The site is a valuable material source and a cultural symbol that contributes significantly to the understanding of traditional wooden architecture passed down through generations.

Alongside other historical and cultural sites in Phú Vang District, such as the Nguyễn Chí Diễu Memorial House, An Truyền Communal House, Lại Thế Communal House, Phú Diên Pagoda, Quy Lai Communal House, Sình Village Communal House, Tây Hồ Communal House, and Hà Trung Pagoda, Chiet Bi  Communal House adds diversity and richness to the system of tangible cultural heritage, providing tangible and spiritual evidence of the life, customs, practices, and cultural development of the inhabitants of Phú Vang over time. Thus, it helps preserve and uphold the cultural essence of village communities and contributes to the legacy of cultural and spiritual values nurtured by generations of ancestors.
 

From the center of Huế City, head towards Vỹ Dạ Bridge, and continue straight on National Road 49 (Phạm Văn Đồng Street) for about 3 kilometers. Turn right at the entrance to Ngọc Anh Village and drive about 1.5 kilometers along the inter-commune road to reach the Dinh Chiet Bi heritage site.