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For the people of Southern Vietnam, temples are not just places to visit for sightseeing but also where they can find tranquility and peace. Without further delay, let’s now explore 10 beautiful temples in the South together!
Ba Den Pagoda – Linh Son Tu Pagoda
Ba Den Pagoda, located on the highest mountain peak in the South, is also famous for its sacredness and peaceful atmosphere. The pagoda has a unique architecture with the Ba Den Mountain Buddha statue reaching 72m in height and cast in one piece with 170 tons of red copper. With its classic architecture and dominant colors of black and gold, Ba Den Pagoda also offers many beautiful scenes for visitors to photograph and admire. Every weekend or during holidays and Tet (Lunar New Year), you can easily see many tourists visiting, making pilgrimages, and enjoying the scenery here.
The busiest time of the year at Ba Den Mountain is on the 5th day of the 5th lunar month, when you can participate in the Via Ba Den festival and witness the interesting statue bathing ritual firsthand.
- Address: 95GJ+57F, Thanh Tan, Tay Ninh
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Bon Mat Pagoda – The Most Beautiful Pagoda in the South
Bon Mat Pagoda, also known as Buôl Pres Phek Pagoda, is an impressive highlight of tourism in Soc Trang. Having been established for over half a century, Bon Mat Pagoda is a source of pride for the Khmer people of the Southern region. The pagoda grounds span a vast 6.5 hectares and are covered in a striking yellow hue. The architecture of Bon Mat Pagoda is impressive, with the main roof built in a unique three-tiered style, and intricate carvings adorn the surrounding columns and corridors.
- Address: MW8W+394 h, Phu Tan, Chau Thanh, Soc Trang
Chen Kieu Pagoda
When mentioning Soc Trang, people immediately think of temples with unique architecture, with Chen Kieu Pagoda being a prominent example. The uniqueness of this pagoda doesn’t come from its space or the materials used to build it. Instead, it’s created by the masterful combination of patterns and colors by skilled artisans. The Three-Gate entrance is designed with three ancient-style towers, making it a perfect spot for you to prepare an outfit for taking pictures.
- Address: GWQC+64G, QL1A, Dai Tam, My Xuyen, Soc Trang.
Quan Am Phat Dai (Guan Yin Bodhisattva Statue)
Located not far from the center of Bac Lieu city is a spiritual destination that also attracts a considerable number of tourists for pilgrimage and worship. When visiting Quan Am Phat Dai, you will have the opportunity to admire the 11-meter-tall statue of Avalokiteśvara Bodhisattva, always gazing towards the East Sea. The story of the Mother of Mercy statue at this place was once famous among the people of the South due to its very own mystique. Quan Am Phat Dai is a very suitable place for you to entrust your faith and pray for peace and prosperity for your family.
- Address: De Bien (Seawall), Nha Mat Ward, Bac Lieu.
Mieu Ba Chua Xu Nui Sam (Lady of the Realm Temple, Sam Mountain)
Mieu Ba Chua Xu has long been a leading symbol of Sam Mountain. The temple is nestled against a towering cliff face, surrounded by fresh natural scenery and facing a peaceful countryside. The temple’s architectural style is in the shape of the Chinese character “Quốc” (国), resembling the delicate form of a lotus flower with a high, pointed roof that looks like the bow of a ship. The style of the temple is inspired by the artistic beauty of India, with a series of skillfully carved patterns in the main hall.
The peak time for visitors to Mieu Ba Chua Xu Nui Sam is from the 23rd to the 27th of the fourth lunar month. This is when the Via Ba Chua Xu Nui Sam festival takes place, with people coming to draw fortune sticks and pray for business, wealth, and family peace.
- Address: 132 Chau Thi Te, Nui Sam Ward, Chau Doc City, An Giang Province
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La Sen Pagoda – Phuoc Kien Tu Pagoda
Phuoc Kien Tu Pagoda is a very famous destination in Dong Thap province, but many people still affectionately call this temple La Sen Pagoda (Lotus Leaf Pagoda). On ordinary days, La Sen Pagoda is still a place where visitors can pray and entrust their wishes for good things.
At Phuoc Kien Tu Pagoda, there is a unique type of national flower that attracts many visitors who don’t mind traveling long distances from other regions. This place has caused quite a stir on social media numerous times due to its pond filled with enormous lotus leaves. The lotus leaves here can be stacked on top of each other and can support the weight of an adult standing on them.
The lotus leaves here are a bright green color. In the dry season, they are only about 1 meter wide, but in the rainy season, they can grow up to 4 meters in diameter. Therefore, if you want to experience truly standing on water, you should visit during the rainy season, around September or October in the Gregorian calendar.
- Address: Hoa Tan Commune, Chau Thanh District, Dong Thap Province
Vinh Trang Pagoda
Vinh Trang Pagoda was established in the 19th century and has undergone many renovations, making it a prominent religious site in Tien Giang province. Initially, the pagoda was just a small hermitage. Through many generations of development, Vinh Trang Pagoda now has a total area of 2 hectares.
At the pagoda, there are many smaller areas that you can visit and offer incense: the main hall, the tower garden, the Avalokiteśvara Bodhisattva statue, the scripture room, and the Amitabha Buddha altar. The pagoda is built in the shape of the Chinese character “Quốc” (国), with extremely elegant colors. The three-gate entrance of the pagoda is decorated with many pieces of ceramic and porcelain, forming unique depictions of the four sacred animals.
- Address: My An Hamlet, My Phong Commune, My Tho City, Tien Giang Province.
Vinh Nghiem Pagoda
This is an ancient pagoda located in the heart of bustling and splendid Saigon. Vinh Nghiem Pagoda covers an area of 6 hectares and is divided into three main areas: the Main Hall, the Stupa, and the Three-Gate entrance. The pagoda’s architecture was designed by architect Nguyen Ba Lang and his colleagues.
The Buddha Hall area is built in the shape of the Chinese character “Công” (工) with majestic statues, including the 40-meter-high Avalokiteśvara Bodhisattva Tower. During festivals and the Lunar New Year, you can come here for pilgrimage, pray for good things, and check in its beauty.
- Address: 339 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street, Ward 7, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City.
Ong Pagoda – A Beautiful Pagoda in the South
Ong Pagoda is also known by the locals as Nghia An Hoi An or Quan De Temple. If you want to explore the cultural space and typical architecture of the Chaozhou Chinese community, you cannot miss this place.
On regular days, besides worshiping and offering incense, many young people also come to Ong Pagoda to take photos in various styles. During major festivals of the Chinese community, you can also participate in many other unique Chinese festivities such as releasing flower lanterns, dragon boat races, and worshiping customs.
- Address: 32 Hai Ba Trung Street, Tan An Ward, Ninh Kieu District, Can Tho City.
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Mieu Noi Pagoda – Phu Chau Mieu
Among the famous temples in Saigon, Mieu Noi Pagoda is perhaps the most unique. This place has become widely known on social media for its extremely impressive check-in views. Just bring along an “ao dai” (traditional Vietnamese long dress) or “Viet phuc” (ancient Vietnamese attire), and you can immerse yourself in the nostalgic atmosphere and capture photos in the style of the ancient royal court.
There are hundreds of colorful and intricately carved dragon statues displayed here. With over 300 years of existence, Mieu Noi Pagoda remains a popular destination in Saigon, especially during the Tet (Lunar New Year) season.
- Address: 173/36/7B11 Duong Quang Ham Street, Ward 5, Go Vap District, Ho Chi Minh City.
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