10 most beautiful temples in Vietnam

Here is a list of 10 most beautiful temples in Vietnam.

1. Bai Dinh Pagoda
Bai Dinh temple complex is located in Gia Sinh commune, Gia Vien district, Ninh Binh province. This largest temple in Vietnam is also the owner of a series of records including the temple with the largest Buddha in gold in Asia, the pagoda with the longest Arhat corridor in Asia, the temple has the largest bronze statue of Maitreya. Southeast Asia ... The pagoda possesses a rich traditional architecture with many areas including the old Bai Dinh pagoda, the Bai Dinh pagoda and the Buddhist academies and surrounding parks.

2. Con Son Pagoda (Hai Duong)
Con Son Pagoda (also known as Thien Tu Phuc Tu) was built in 1304 on Con Son mountain, in Chi Linh commune, Hai Duong province. This is a part of the population of important relics of Con Son - Kiep Bac relic area. The pagoda has been ranked a particularly important monument at the national level. In addition to its long history, Con Son Pagoda also makes many visitors impressed by the ancient architecture combined harmoniously with the majestic natural scenery. Con Son Pagoda Festival usually starts from around 10 to 22 January of the lunar calendar.


3. Huong Pagoda (Hanoi)
Perfume Pagoda (aka Trong Pagoda) is located at the center of a cultural-religious complex of many temples. The pagoda belongs to Huong Son commune, My Duc district, Hanoi. Due to being located in Huong Tich cave, Huong pagoda does not possess sophisticated architecture but mainly works made of stone. Huong Pagoda Festival takes place from January 6 to the end of the third lunar month. This is also the time when the temple welcomed the largest number of pilgrims in the year.


4. One Pillar Pagoda
One Pillar Pagoda also has many other names such as Mat pagoda, Lien Huu self or Lien Hoa Dai. A special feature of the main temple is its unique architecture with wooden structure and a single pillar. Although severely affected by the war and restored in 1955 but generally this 1,000 year old temple still retains the old architecture. Not only is the symbol of Hanoi capital, One Pillar Pagoda is also the pride of the Vietnamese people when it was established as "The most unique temple in Asia".


5. Thien Mu Pagoda (Thua Thien - Hue)
Thien Mu Pagoda (or Linh Mu Pagoda) is located on Ha Ke Hill which is a familiar destination for many tourists when coming to Hue. The pagoda was founded in 1601 and was restored in 1714. Thien Mu Pagoda has many architectural works of scale such as Thien Vuong, Dai Hung, Dharma, and Kinh Kinh, etc. Besides, the The bell that weighs nearly two tons called Dai Hong Chung is also a very unique mark of Thien Mu Pagoda.


6. Vinh Nghiem Pagoda (HCMC)
Located in District 3, Ho Chi Minh City, Vinh Nghiem Pagoda was built in 1964 with an area of ​​about 6,000 m2. With a harmonious blend of classical architecture of ancient northern temples and modern materials and techniques, Vinh Nghiem Pagoda is considered one of the typical works for Vietnamese Buddhist architecture in the world. 20th century. In addition, Vinh Nghiem Pagoda also has many beautifully sculpted wooden Buddha statues.

7. Phuoc Hai Pagoda (HCMC)
Phuoc Hai Pagoda has a folk name called Ngoc Hoang Pagoda. This is a temple built according to Chinese temple style with brilliant motifs. Main materials for pagoda construction are bricks, roofs with yin and yang tiles, decoration of the roof top, corner of roofs of many colored pottery statues. Ngoc Hoang Pagoda is most crowded on the occasion of Vía Ngoc Hoang festival from January 9. It used to welcome a special guest, former US President Barack Obama, during his official visit to Vietnam in May 2016.


8. Ba Thien Hau Pagoda (Binh Duong)
Ba Thien Hau Pagoda or Ba Binh Duong Pagoda is an ancient temple located in Thu Dau Mot City, Binh Duong Province. Unknown about the year of construction, the temple worshiping Thien Hau Thanh This model was reconstructed and became more widely known in 1923 by a group of Chinese-Vietnamese people. The temple consists of three blocks with the main hall in the middle. The structure and decoration of tile roofs and walls all have the architectural style of the Chinese people. It often attracts a large number of people to attend the pagoda, especially on the festival of Ba pagoda in January.


9. Ba Chua Xu Pagoda (An Giang)
Ba Chua Xu Pagoda is located at the foot of Sam Mountain, Chau Doc City, An Giang Province. The pagoda was built more than 200 years ago after the statue was discovered and transported by people. Unlike a temple that was simply covered with original bamboo leaves, the current temple has become more spacious and more spacious after many renovations. This is also a famous destination in the Mekong Delta region with nearly 2 million visitors per year.

10. Dai Tong Lam Pagoda (Ba Ria - Vung Tau)
Dai Tong Lam Pagoda has the full name of Van Phat Quang Dai Tong Lam Tu. With an area of ​​about 100 hectares, besides the main hall and the shrines, Dai Tong Lam pagoda also has many impressive architectural works including Da Bao Tower, Lam Ni Garden, Deer Park and a statue of Quan The Am Bodhisattva. 17 m. With a cool space along with many trees, Dai Tong Lam Pagoda is also a favorite destination for many visitors.