(SGTT) - Located at the western gateway of the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, Bai Dinh Pagoda (Ninh Binh) is a destination that attracts a large number of tourists because of its massive architecture and traditional identity. Besides the ancient pagoda built in the 12th century, Bai Dinh pagoda was completed in 2008 and has now become a famous spiritual tourist destination, attracting a large number of Buddhists and visitors.
Located on the slopes of Dinh Mountain, the highest mountain in the region, in front of Dam Thi Lake and Hoang Long River, Bai Dinh Pagoda has the position of "first, first, then later". Coming here, visitors can admire the largest pagoda complex in Southeast Asia, the longest Arhat corridor in Asia, the pagoda area with the most Arhat statues (500 statues)...
If the scenery during the day makes people easily overwhelmed by the magnificent and majestic architecture of the temple, the quiet space at night brings visitors to a very different feeling. Therefore, Bai Dinh Pagoda extends opening hours to 21:00 p.m. to diversify tourist experience.
Because it leans against the mountain, the constructions of Bai Dinh Pagoda stretch along the gentle hillside. Stepping through the External Tam Quan is to reach the Internal Tam Quan, starting the journey to learn about the sacred place.
Located at the highest position is Tam The Palace with 3 Buddha statues 7,2m high, weighing 50 tons. This is the image of Buddhas in 3 stages: Past - Amitabha Buddha, Present - Shakyamuni Buddha and Future - Maitreya Buddha.
“In the quiet space of the night, hearing the chirping of insects and enjoying the cool air on the high hills will make your soul feel relaxed and gentle. I believe that not only me but many other tourists also feel the same way when visiting Bai Dinh Pagoda at night," Ms. Nha Huynh (Quy Nhon) shared.
Bai Dinh Pagoda Festival opened on January 6 and lasted until the end of the third lunar month. If you cannot arrange time during the day, you can absolutely go to the temple in the evening to admire the shimmering scenery under bright lights and experience the pure space at the meditation gate.
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