Beautiful pagodas in Nghe An
(Baonghean.vn) - In recent times, many ancient pagodas in Nghe An have been restored, embellished and newly built. In addition to their spiritual and religious significance, each construction also bears its own unique mark of history, landscape, architecture... of the Nghe An countryside.
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| Located in the Gam mountain - Dinh river complex, Chi Linh pagoda, also known as Gam pagoda in Xuan Thanh commune, Yen Thanh district, is one of the works of high artistic value. The pagoda was built during the Tran dynasty, belonging to the Truc Lam sect - a Zen sect founded by Buddha Emperor Tran Nhan Tong; now it has been restored and expanded with a majestic and imposing overall architecture. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| The restoration of the Gam Temple Festival, held annually, has created a unique cultural beauty in the rice land of Yen Thanh. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| Thien Tao Pagoda located in Vu Ky Gorge in Phuc Thanh Commune, Yen Thanh District is a unique ancient pagoda. Vu Ky Gorge is actually a beautiful limestone mountain complex located on the border between Dong Thanh and Phuc Thanh Communes. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| Thien Tao Pagoda is located in a large cave with many natural rock niches and holes. Legend has it that the pagoda has existed for hundreds of years, and together with Vu Ky cliff, it is one of the famous scenic spots in Yen Thanh. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| Co Am Pagoda in Dien Minh Commune, Dien Chau District, built during the Later Le Dynasty, was recognized as a National Historical Relic in 1994. Over the years, the pagoda has been renovated and become a scenic complex with many unique architectures. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| Vien Quang Pagoda in Nam Thanh Commune, Nam Dan District is an ancient pagoda dating back to the Le Dynasty. In 2012, the pagoda was renovated but still retains its ancient, solemn and serene features. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| Vien Quang Pagoda is associated with many activities of practice, Dharma teaching, and great ceremonies to pray for national peace and prosperity, Buddha's birthday, Vu Lan, etc., attracting tens of thousands of participants. In recent years, initiated from Vien Quang Pagoda, the traditional martial art of Phat Quang Quyen has increasingly spread among young people. Vien Quang Pagoda has contributed significantly to creating the peaceful beauty of a rural area, guiding people to the noble humanistic values of Buddhism. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| Dai Tue Pagoda in Nam Anh Commune, Nam Dan District (with the original pagoda built in the 14th century to worship Buddha Dai Tue) is located on Dai Hue Mountain at an altitude of more than 450m above sea level, in a charming landscape, and is now one of the famous pilgrimage sites and scenic spots of Nghe An. Photo: Document |
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| After being renovated and rebuilt, Dai Tue Pagoda was recognized by the Vietnam Record Association with four records: The pagoda on the mountain with the largest artificial lake; The pagoda with the largest system of ruby statues; The pagoda with the largest system of statues made of solid mulberry wood; The pagoda with the largest system of parallel sentences in pure Vietnamese calligraphy in Vietnam. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| Duc Son Pagodain Van Dien commune, Nam Dan district, built during the Tran Dynasty on the ancient land of Van An, is known as one of the oldest pagodas in Nghe An. The pagoda was ranked as a national historical relic in 2001, a typical relic in the Bac Son relic cluster, an attractive sightseeing and contemplation spot for tourists from inside and outside the province. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| Duc Son Pagoda still preserves many rare ancient artifacts: nearly 40 statues forming a rich and unique system of statues, 210 ancient woodblocks. After hundreds of years with many events and ups and downs, the ancient pagodas are still closely associated with the spiritual life of our people and leave strong marks on Buddhist culture in Nghe An. Photo: Huy Thu |