Traditional education in Southern Vietnam developed through two main periods: the era of the Nguyen Lords (1698-1802) and the reign of the Nguyen emperors (1802-1862). This article focuses on education development in Southern Vietnam during the reign of the Nguyen emperors. Despite the numerous difficulties experienced during the decline of the feudal regime, the Nguyen emperors made significant efforts to promote education in the South. The royal court showed commitment, introduced reforms, and created favorable conditions for educational activities to thrive, resulting in greater academic success compared to the previous period. Alongside civil service examinations, the establishment of public schools and supporting educational institutions was also actively promoted. The institutionalization of state-led educational activities inherited the achievements of the earlier period and marked the consolidation of educational functions during a historical development phase

Binh Duong is a province in the Southeast region. It has a long history of growth and numerous noteworthy historical and cultural values. This paper provides a summary of the cultural and historical significance of Binh Duong Province during the prehistoric, land exploration, and settlement phases. It discusses population, administrative structure, social structure, economic traits (agriculture, handicrafts, commerce), and social culture throughout the various eras (prehistory, settlement phase, Nguyen dynasty). The findings demonstrate that Binh Duong not only has a rich history with numerous economic and cultural assets, but also point to possible research avenues for safeguarding and advancing moral principles in the construction and development of Binh Duong province today and in the future.