Buddhist Sites
Buddhist sites waft incense into the streets in busy cities and down country lanes. Most of Vietnam’s major cities have ancient (or rebuilt) temples. These and other sites are at the center of many Vietnamese legends. Come to a Buddhist to have a tranquil moment surrounded by some of the prettiest architecture in Vietnam.
The best places to visit in Buddhist Sites
Long Son Pagoda
Built in the 19th century, this pagoda has striking architecture and colorful mosaics. Right behind the pagoda, you can see a hilltop statue of Buddha that looks out over downtown Nha Trang. This is an active pagoda, and if you arrive at the right time of day you may hear the sound of monks chanting.
Vinh Trang pagoda
On the banks of the Bao Dinh canal, in the agricultural hub of the Mekong Delta, sits the grand spiritual haven called Vinh Trang Pagoda. A Buddhist temple complex scattered over an incredible 5 acres (2 ha) of land, it is the largest and one of the most elaborate in the region.
Truc Lam Zen Monastery
In the hills of Da Lat, surrounded by 59 acres (24 ha) of protected forest, sits the Truc Lam Zen Monastery. For the monks and nuns who reside there, it is a home and a sanctuary. For visitors, it is a place to learn about Vietnamese Zen Buddhism, gain a little serenity, and enjoy the beautiful landscape.
Bai Dinh Pagoda
In an area full of charming shrines and ancient pagodas, a brand new temple complex has some stiff competition as a worthy tourist attraction. But Bai Dinh Pagoda has an atmosphere all its own and is an incredible place to observe modern day faith in Vietnam.
Thien Mu Pagoda
No single monument represents the charms of Hue so well as Thien Mu Pagoda. Arriving by boat is perhaps the most enjoyable way to reach Ha Khe Hill, where Thien Mu waits, claiming a prime perch overlooking the Perfume River.
One Pillar Pagoda
One Pillar Pagoda is an unusual Buddhist site in Hanoi’s Ba Dinh neighborhood. Its unusual design – a wooden shrine on top of a cement pillar, securely anchored in the muddy bottom of the surrounding pond – is meant to resemble a lily. You’ll often hear it referred to as an “ancient” pagoda, although this most recent version dates back to 1955; like many Vietnamese temples and shrines, it has had to make several comebacks after centuries of war.
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