1. Tran Quoc Pagoda
Located on a island in the south of Ho Tay (West lake), Tran Quoc pagoda is one of the best destinations of Thang Long citadel (the old name of Hanoi capital) under Le dynasty. In the past, it is the place Vietnamese Kings usually visit to relax and pray on lunar new year or on 1st and 15th of lunar month. Tran Quoc pagoda is the oldest pagoda in Hanoi and considered one of 16 the most beautiful pagodas in the world. Tran Quoc Pagoda is not only worth visiting as a sacred sanctuary of Buddhism attracting countless Buddhist believers; but also an indispensible destination for cultural explorers to Vietnam.
2. Quan Su pagoda
Located in 73 Quan Su street, Quan Su pagoda is not only a sacred pgoda but alsothe headquarters of Vietnam Municipal Buddhist Association. Quan Su Pagoda was built in the 15th century during the reign of Lê Dynasty. Pagoda has been already restored and repaired several times. The emperor ordered to build this pagoda and temple because of the greeting of the Buddhist ambassadors.
Quan Su is always full of worshipers and visitors. Many people arrive here have the same feeling that the atmosphere inside the pagoda is really tranquil and restful. The wall color is in white; together with brown color of ancient statues create a peaceful landscape inside the temple.
Especially in Quan Su Temple, you can see some human-like wax statues. They are the emulations of passed-away monks in the past. The most prominent one is the wax statue of monk Thich Thanh Tu (former Vice Chairman of Vietnam Buddhism Association) has the dimension as well as other details the same of monk Thich Thanh Tu when he is alive. Many Buddhists claim that the wax statue is so lively that they feel like monk Thich Thanh Tu is praying and giving his gentle eyes on the Buddhists.
3. Tay Ho Temple
Located near West lake, in Quang An ward, Tay Ho district, Hanoi. The temple worships Ms. Princess Lieu Hanh, one of the immortality quartet of Vietnam (Son Tinh, Thanh Giong, Chu Dong Tu, Lieu Hanh). Legend has it that she is Quynh Hoa - second daughter of the Jade Emperor, banished to earth for the crime of breaking glass jewel. Down to earth, she traveled, exploring all parts. Across the island of West Lake, she discovered this holy land. She decided to open up shop and lived here. She helped people to settle, eradicate evil, and punish bribery. Under the Nguyen dynasty, she was named ‘Mau Nghi Thien Ha” (Mother of the whole world), being one of the four gods "Immortals Quartet" of Vietnam.
Many people come here, not only to worship Thanh Mau in the hope that she will offer them good things and good luck, but also to admire the beautiful landscape of the capital city.
4. Quan Thanh temple
Located in Thanh Nien street, near West lake. Quan Thanh Temple was built during the reign of King Ly Thai To (1010-1028) and renovated many times, the temple is also called Tran Vu temple, since it is dedicated to Huyen Thien Tran Vu (Guardian of the North of the Country) whose symbols of power are the serpent and turtle. It is one of the Four Sacred Temples that were built in four directions to protect the capital from malevolent spirits. . During its long history, Quan Thanh Temple has been renovated several times, most recently in 1893 when the principal gate and the shrine were redone, so the architecture is a mixture of the many different styles of the imperial era. The main features of Quan Thanh Temple are a large yard shaded by a giant banyan tree and a shrine that contains the famous bronze statue of Tran Vu built in 1677.
Quan Thanh temple attracts visitors for its famous special and beautiful structure and religious cultural place.
5. Voi Phuc temple
Voi Phuc temple (Kneeling Elephant temple) is located near Thu Le lake, in Ngoc Khanh ward, Ba Dinh district. It has another name’s Thu Le temple, with its large campus and lush green trees is one of the popular scenic places in Vietnam’s capital city of Hanoi.
It was built in the Year of the 7th Chuong Thanh Gia Khanh (1065) during the Dynasty of King Ly Thanh Tong. The 11th century temple is dedicated to the son of King Ly Thanh Tong, Royal Highness Linh Lang who was known as the western guardian god of the Thang Long Citadel. Therefore, it is also known as Linh Lang Temple. In front of the temple are two kneeling elephants, hence the name Voi Phuc is called by the residents. Besides two elephants kneel, there are objects in the temple such as two bronze statues, a sacred stone with indentations, parallel sentences that praise the merits of the Thang Long Citadel’s Western Guardian God.
Voi Phuc temple has becomes an indispensable part of Hanoi , attracting a lot of domestic and foreign visitors.
6. Kim Liem Temple
Located in Quang An Village, Tay Ho district, Hanoi. According to history fact, the Ly Than Tong King had a daughter called Princess Tu Hoa. He commanded to build a place which was named his own daughter, Tu Hoa and let Tu Hoa and her imperial maids stay in this palace in order to give her a lesson of understanding and respecting their social positions. Kim Lien was designed with the combination of three pavilions, each of which has 2 roof layers. These pavilions were also built in the slight curved shapes. In addition of its nice disposition, the gate of Kim Lien Pagoda is also a symbol of the sophisticated and
Elegant architecture.
Among the temples and pagodas in Hanoi, Kim Lien Pagoda is considered one of the magnificent pagoda retaining intact the ancient architecture.
7. Ngoc Son temple
Located at the northern end of Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son ("Jade Mountain") Temple is one of the most famous temples in Hanoi. Tourists in Vietnam Tourism who travel to Hoan Kiem Lake should not ignore this special temple.
when Ngoc Son Temple was built on an island in the 19th century. The temple was constructed during the 19th century as a memorial towards famous Vietnamese and Chinese legends who contributed to the country’s welfare. The commemorated heroes at the temple include the military general Tran Hung Dao, the scholar Saint Van Xuong and the Confucian artist Nguyen Van Sieu. To access this famous tourist attraction in Hanoi, visitors will have to pass through the colourful Huc Bridge. The Ngoc Son Temple surroundings are extremely peaceful and are ideal to relax in and enjoy natural beauty.
Within the temple, visitors will see a sculpture of a tortoise that is believed by many to be the legendary tortoise that used to dwell in the Hoan Kiem Lake. Folklore speaks of how Emperor Le Thai To was cruising along the lake, when a large tortoise appeared out of the waters and captured his sword which he had used in battle to secure a victory against Chinese opposition. It is said that the lake acquired its current name as a result of this legendary event.
8. Bach Ma Temple
Located in Hang Buom street, Hoan Kiem district, in the heart of the Old Quarter, the small Bach Ma Temple (White Horse Temple) is said to be the oldest temple in the city, though much of the current structure dates from the 18th century and a shrine to Confucius was added in 1839. It was originally built by Emperor Ly Thai To in the 11th century to honour a white horse that guided him to this site, where he chose to construct his city walls.
One day, when the king was praying, a white horse suddenly appeared in his dream and pointed to an area with its hoof prints. King Ly Thai To understood that the white horse was indicating a good site for the construction of the citadel, so he immediately chose such area to build his wall. Surprisingly, the wall no longer collapsed afterwards and the citadel was thus successfully constructed. Therefore, Bach Ma Temple, which is located around the center of Ha Noi Old Quarter, was built to honor the white horse that gave him such important guidance
Pass through the wonderful old wooden doors of the pagoda to see a statue of the legendary white horse, as well as beautiful red-lacquered funeral palankeen.
9. Phuc Khanh pagoda
Located in 382 Tay Son street, Dong Da district, Hanoi, Phuc Khanh pagoda is one of the most sacred pagoda in Hanoi. It was built in Tran dynasty in 19th century and rebuilt several times because of the war. Phuc Khanh pagoda still keep a lot of historical thing related with different Vietnam dynasties such as 20 stone statues with Tay Son dynasty design style; 3 copper bell; 21 steles, etc. Especially its architecture is unique with religious construction.
Phuc Khanh pagoda attracts many pilgrims from all around Vietnam come here on new year or on 1st and 15th each lunar month every year.
10. Ha Pagoda
Ha Pagoda is in Dich Vong street, Cau Giay district, Hanoi. Ha Pagoda is one of the beautiful temple complex and attracted many Buddhists, tourists and even the young Hanoian. It is attractive young buddhism believers to come here and pray for their love and another pilgrims pray for their wishes.
The temple was built since King Ly Thanh Tong (1054-1072). The structure of the pagoda makes it confusing for first time visitor to know which section to go first. The front of the pagoda is for financial fortune while the back of the pagoda is for romantic blessings. Ha pagoda has many old trees. The oldest is more than 300 years old, standing next to the fireplace. The star fruit tree in front of the pagoda is also more than 100 years old, yielding juicy fruits year round. The trees in the front yard came from India. Though being regularly trimmed, the trees still spread out, covering the whole yard. There is also a semicircular pond in front of the yard.
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