Thousands of people flock to Da Nang to worship Buddha's relics

On the afternoon of May 30, the Buddha's relics, India's national treasure, were welcomed to Da Nang. Thousands of people, monks, Buddhists and tourists gathered on many streets to await this moment.

At more than 4 p.m. the same day, the plane carrying Buddha's relics landed at Da Nang International Airport.

Immediately afterwards, a solemn procession was held. The convoy moved from the airport through central routes such as Nguyen Van Linh, Bach Dang, Tran Phu (Hai Chau district), Ngo Quyen, Ngu Hanh Son, Le Van Hien and Su Van Hanh to bring the relics to Quan The Am pagoda (Ngu Hanh Son district).

The car carrying Buddha's relics from Da Nang airport to Quan The Am pagoda. Photo: XUAN QUYNH

Along the procession, thousands of people and tourists stood with their hands clasped in prayer, dressed in formal attire, waiting for this sacred moment.

Thousands of monks, nuns and Buddhists gathered on the main road to welcome the delegation. Photo: XUAN QUYNH

Thousands of monks, nuns , Buddhists and tourists poured into the streets. Photo: XUAN QUYNH

At Quan The Am Pagoda, Buddha's relics are solemnly enshrined in the main hall area, for Buddhists and visitors to worship from 7:00 p.m. on May 30 to the end of June 2.

During this time, the temple will be open 24/7 to serve the spiritual needs of the majority of people.

The procession carrying Buddha's relics passes through the Dragon Bridge area. Photo: XUAN QUYNH

The maximum number of functional forces is mobilized to ensure security, order, traffic and health during the procession and worship ceremony.

At the same time, thousands of volunteers also participated in supporting people and Buddhists .

Police force ensures security, order and traffic safety on the roads.

Su Van Hanh Street is for pedestrians, with barriers separating lanes to serve the two-way traffic of Buddhists and tourists. Photo: XUAN QUYNH

People line up to enter Quan The Am Pagoda. Photo: XUAN QUYNH

Crowds of people, Buddhists and tourists come to worship Buddha's relics. Photo: XUAN QUYNH

According to the plan of the Executive Committee of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha in Da Nang City, the ceremony to send the Buddha's relics back to India will take place on June 2.

The farewell delegation will move along the following route: Su Van Hanh - Le Van Hien - Tien Son bridge - 2/9 street - Nguyen Van Linh - Da Nang international airport .

XUAN QUYNH

Source: https://www.sggp.org.vn/hang-ngan-nguoi-do-ve-da-nang-chiem-bai-xa-loi-duc-phat-post797535.html