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Spiritual life is an indispensable part of Vietnamese culture. Pagodas spread across the country in many scenic spots are famous for their sacredness and preserve a rich cultural and historical heritage of several hundred years. Spiritual tourism is considered a beautiful cultural feature of Vietnamese culture.
On every holiday and New Year, pagodas in Vietnam are crowded with thousands of visitors coming to worship and visit the pagodas to send their wishes and hopes for a fulfilling life, or simply to find peace of mind.
Spiritual life is an indispensable part of Vietnamese culture. Source: Vntrip
Let's explore the 7 most beautiful pagodas in Vietnam with Asia King Travel and find useful and convenient information exclusively for those passionate about spiritual tourism.
Yen Tu Pagoda is located in Nam Mau Village, Thuong Yen Cong Commune, Uong Bi City, Quang Ninh Province. King Tran Nhan Tong chose the pagoda as a place to practice after passing the throne. It is also the birthplace of Truc Lam Yen Tu Zen Monastery, a famous Buddhist sect in Vietnam.
The space at Yen Tu Pagoda is cool all year round, so visitors can come at any time. If you want to experience Yen Tu Festival, you should go from January 10th to March of the lunar calendar, note that at this time Yen Tu Pagoda attracts a lot of visitors and will be very crowded. If you do not like crowded scenes, you can wait until after March to go.
The space at Yen Tu Pagoda is cool all year round. Source: Ky nghi Dong Duong
The pagoda has strong Buddhist architecture with many typical details such as the majestic three-entrance gate with eight roofs, the pagoda roof is covered with curved scale tiles in the shape of a knife head, the pagoda pillars are made of sturdy ironwood combined with large stone slabs surrounding the foot.
The space inside the temple is extremely cool, the rooms are all very delicately designed and decorated with many gilded details. Each Buddha statue, altar, mosaic, door,... are all elaborately carved, creating a very lively and majestic feeling.
In Hanoi, there is a tourist destination that you cannot miss, which is One Pillar Pagoda. The pagoda has the most unique architecture in Asia, as well as a spiritual destination, a cultural symbol of the thousand-year-old capital of Hanoi. This is one of the ancient pagodas in Hanoi built during the reign of King Ly Thai Tong.
One Pillar Pagoda has the most unique architecture in Asia. Source: Expedia
The architecture of One Pillar Pagoda is extremely unique. Today, when visiting the One Pillar Pagoda, visitors can easily see a three-entrance gate with a horizontal plaque engraved with the three words "Dien Huu Tu". The original structure of One Pillar Pagoda was supported by wooden panels firmly attached to the stone pillars. The structure of the pagoda includes the Lotus platform, the pagoda roof and the pillars.
One Pillar Pagoda is one of the pagodas with the most unique architecture in Asia, a cultural symbol and spiritual destination in the capital Hanoi. With ancient architectural beauty and historical values, this pagoda will give you a visual and attractive look at Vietnamese Buddhist culture.
The architecture of One Pillar Pagoda is extremely unique. Source: Journey International
Huong Pagoda is known as a "sacred land" with beautiful natural scenery and unique temple architecture. It is a sacred place with great historical and cultural value. Visitors can experience fun activities, entertainment, and unique festivals.
Huong Pagoda is associated with the folk belief of worshiping Buddha. According to legend, in this "sacred mountain and good land" area, Princess Dieu Thien, also known as Ba Chua Ba, answered the call of Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara and practiced Buddhism for 9 years, finally becoming a Buddha on Buddha's birthday (February 19th of the lunar calendar).
In March 1770, Lord Trinh Sam went to burn incense and admire the scenery at Huong Tich Cave. He also had the words "Nam Thien De Nhat Dong" (The most beautiful cave in the South) carved on the rock outside the cave entrance.
Huong Pagoda is known as a sacred land with beautiful natural scenery and unique temple architecture. Source: MIA.vn
Lord Trinh Sam is considered the one who turned Huong Tich Cave into a great historical relic, and at the same time laid the foundation for the development of Huong Pagoda festival later. Since Lord Trinh Sam set foot in Huong Tich Cave, every spring, tourists from all over the world flock here to offer incense and visit, enjoy the poetic and charming scenery of Huong Pagoda.
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When traveling to Hue, visitors will experience the place that most fully preserves the soul and beauty of the national culture. Among them, Thien Mu Pagoda is considered the soul of this land.
According to historical records, Lord Nguyen Hoang - the first Lord of Southern Vietnam built this pagoda. In 1601, to prepare for the process of expanding the territory and building the country, Lord Nguyen Hoang and his soldiers rode horses along both banks of the Huong River. He suddenly caught sight of a small hill rising by the blue river, looking like a dragon turning its head to look back.
Thien Mu Pagoda is considered the soul of this land. Source: Expedia
Thien Mu Pagoda is on the banks of the poetic Huong River, wearing a peaceful and pure beauty. From afar, visitors can see the ancient pagoda appearing in the shape of a giant turtle carrying an ancient tower on its back. The majestic pagoda reflects on the lyrical Huong River. The space is imbued with a poetic color, full of poetry that cannot be found anywhere else. Coming here, visitors feel like they are entering a fairyland, feeling pure and peaceful.
Long Son Pagoda is known as the White Buddha Pagoda. This pagoda is at 22 October 23rd Street, Phuong Son Ward, Nha Trang City, right at the foot of Trai Thuy Mountain. This place includes Long Son Pagoda below and another pagoda called Hai Duc above. Long Son Pagoda was built in the 19th century, carrying unique and sophisticated architectural sculptures from ancient times.
Long Son Pagoda is known as the White Buddha Pagoda. Source: Crystal Bay
After hundreds of years of restoration, today Long Son Pagoda has been certified as the oldest pagoda in Vietnam. Standing from the highest position and looking far away, visitors will admire the bustling beauty of Nha Trang. Therefore, this pagoda has become one of the attractive Nha Trang tourist destinations attracting many tourists from all over the world to visit.
Ba Den Pagoda lies on a mountain known as the "roof of the Southeast". In addition to pilgrimage to Buddha, when you come here, you will have countless interesting activities and experiences such as checking in the cloud paradise on the top of the mountain, camping overnight, trying trekking, watching the super sparkling sunrise and sunset...
Ba Den Pagoda in Tay Ninh has a unique architectural style, harmoniously combining the beauty of many famous ancient temples throughout the country. The entire pagoda is painted in striking gold but still in harmony with the surrounding structures such as the Lady Temple, the Ancestor House, the Great Bell, etc.
Ba Den Pagoda lies on a mountain known as the roof of the Southeast. Source: Nu cuoi Mekong
The roof is covered with eye-catching red tiles and built in the curved roof style, often found in village communal houses, temples, mandarin offices or traditional wooden houses. At the top of the roof, the talented craftsman added images of clouds, flying dragons or the swastika symbol representing Northern Buddhism.
Vietnamese National Pagoda is known as the pagoda with the tallest tower in Vietnam. The unique architecture of this pagoda impresses any visitor. If you are looking for a place to visit for peace of mind, this is a suggestion not to be missed.
It was initially built quite roughly, after many years of renovation, it has gradually been completed and become much more beautiful. Inside the spacious pagoda, every small detail is carved and designed extremely sophisticatedly.
From the outside, the pagoda is eye-catching with a yellow porch made of natural stone. Stepping inside the main hall, visitors will have a feeling of both strangeness and familiarity with the modern architecture. The ceiling lights are elaborately arranged, between each lamp holder is a lotus flower symbolizing the spread of Buddhism.
Vietnamese National Pagoda is known as the pagoda with the tallest tower in Vietnam. Source: Phatgiao
The peaceful, quiet space of the pagoda will definitely make you feel like your soul is watered, more relaxed after tiring and stressful working days. Hopefully, through the above article, visitors have gained more useful experience in exploring Viet Nam Quoc Tu Pagoda, thereby completing the entertainment schedule for the upcoming vacation.
Vietnam, a country with a rich religious culture, is filled with large temples with sophisticated architecture and profound spiritual values. Contact Asia King Travel Travel now to have a journey to discover the most sacred temples throughout Vietnam.
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