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Tam Chuc Pagoda is situated in Ba Sao Town, Kim Bang Ward, Ha Nam Province. It is a part of the Tam Chuc travel complex spanning over 5100 hectares (12 600 acres) and is considered at the top of the world’s biggest pagodas. This destination is well-known for the harmony of magnificent, ancient temples and lovely scenery.
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Panorama of Tam Chuc Pagoda
With a history that stretches over a millennium, this pagoda was built on the foundations of an ancient temple from the Dinh Dynasty. It was also associated with the legend of “Seven Stars”, there are seven mountains near Tam Chuc village. According to tradition, each of these mountains emits a bright light similar to seven stars, shining continuously day and night. The locals called this “Seven Stars Mountain”, and the temple here is known as “Seven Stars Pagoda”.
Located in northern Vietnam, where divided into 4 seasons: Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter. Generally, the region has a hot, humid summer and a cold, windy winter. So the best time to visit Tam Chuc Pagoda is Spring (January to April) and Autumn (August to October) because of pleasant weather and clear skies. Additionally, Vietnamese people usually visit spiritual attractions in Spring to pray for luck for a whole year.
Approximately 70 kilometers from the bustling city of Hanoi, the pagoda is accessible by various means of transportation such as coaches, buses or personal vehicles. Therefore, you can choose the most convenient and suitable way to travel for your journey. Currently, the ticket price range for transport by coaches from Hanoi to Tam Chuc is about VND 80 000 to VND 200 000 per person.
Most of the visitors travel to Tam Chuc Pagoda by coach
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Once you reach the Tam Chuc Pagoda, what will catch your eyes is the magnificent Three-Arched-Entrances Gate. This is a symbolic traditional Vietnamese architectural item that welcomes all those who seek calmness.
Tam Quan Gate welcomes you to visit Tam Chuc Pagoda
The Gate is divided into Tam Quan Noi (Inner Gate) and Tam Quan Ngoai (Outer Gate). Tam Quan Ngoai serves as the first point for receiving Buddhist followers and tourists while Tam Quan Noi is the next destination after travelers cross Luc Nhan Lake by boat to reach the Spiritual Area.
Tam The Palace whose main hall has three giant black bronze statues of Buddha. Each statue depicts one of three Buddhas: past, present or future and weighs about 80 tons. These statues wear gold-plated Bodhi leaves on their back. It can hold up to 1,500 people and is decorated with 12,000 paintings inlaid with volcano rock by Indonesian sculptors.
Three giant Buddha statues with delicate, elaborate carvings
Underneath Tam The Hall is Phap Chu Palace. The Phap Chu Palace is dedicated to Buddha Shakyamuni where four large bas relieves cover these images. These bas reliefs represent crucial happenings in Buddha’s life such as birth, enlightenment, sermons and nirvana.
At Phap Chu Palace, you will be amazed by the largest bronze Buddha statue in Southeast Asia
Made entirely from bronze and weighing up to 100 tons, Quan Am Palace houses this colossal Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva statue. This symbolizes compassion and mercy which are highly esteemed in Buddhism. It’s a place where visitors offer blessings for kindness and empathy.
Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva statue made of solid bronze, weighing 100 tons, crafted by Vietnamese artists
The Pillar Garden here consists of 32 gigantic stone columns, each weighing approximately 200 tons and standing at a height of 14 meters. These columns are made of green stone and are arranged solemnly and impressively. Each column’s base resembles a lotus pedestal, with a hexagonal body and a lotus bud-shaped top. The unique decorative patterns add to the overall impact.
The Sutra Pillar Garden has created a majestic space in front of the Quan Am Palace.
Nestled on the serene waters of Tam Chuc Lake, the ancient Tam Chuc Temple stands as a silent witness to Vietnam’s storied past. The temple is a place of reverence to the memory of Queen Duong Thi Nguyet, the queen of Emperor Dinh Tien Hoang. It has intricate woodwork and classic curved roofs, capturing the essence of Vietnam’s rich heritage.
Today, the Tam Chuc Temple is more than just a historical site, it is a living legacy that continues to inspire and educate. As visitors step through its ancient gates, they are transported to an era of fascinating history, offering a unique glimpse into the soul of Vietnam.
Being a relatively isolated island located in the middle of the lake, so to visit Tam Chuc Temple, visitors are forced to visit by ferry.
Perched atop the sacred Thất Tích Mountain at 468 meters high, the Jade Pagoda Heaven Altar is a divine spectacle that transcends the earthly realm. It was made entirely from red granite, the stone slabs are assembled without using glue or cement. The journey to the altar is a pilgrimage of 299 steps, each one taking you closer to the sky.
Visitors have to climb 299 steps to get to the Jade Pagoda
Tam Chuc Pagoda stands as a beacon of spiritual resilience and architectural magnificence. From the grandeur of the Tam The Palace to the serenity of the Jade Pagoda, each element of Tam Chuc Pagoda is a chapter in a story of devotion to Buddhism. Book your journey now with Asia King Travel to witness one of the most famous spiritual tourist destinations in Vietnam.
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