350-year-old pagoda in Bac Giang before the day of welcoming Buddha's relics

According to information from Phuc Son Pagoda (Cao Xa Commune, Tan Yen District, Bac Giang Province), according to the original plan, from 5:00 p.m. on May 22 to 10:00 p.m. on May 24, the Buddha's relics will be enshrined at the pagoda. However, due to the large number of Buddhists and people worshiping at Bai Dinh Pagoda (Ninh Binh), it is not possible to bring the Buddha's relics to the pagoda as scheduled.

Panoramic view of the 13-storey stupa at Phuc Son Pagoda before the Buddha's relic procession

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To solemnly prepare for the procession of Buddha's relics to Phuc Son Pagoda, the time to worship Buddha's relics at Phuc Son Pagoda will take place from 12:00 on May 23.

Previously, Bac Giang Provincial Police had planned to divert traffic, ensure security, order and traffic safety during the event. People were advised to follow the instructions so that the procession and worship of Buddha's relics could take place solemnly and civilly.

After being enshrined at Phuc Son Pagoda, the Buddha's relics will continue their journey to spiritual destinations such as Yen Tu (Quang Ninh), Chuong Pagoda (Hung Yen) and Ngu Hanh Son Pagoda ( Da Nang ).

Phuc Son Pagoda is located on Phuong Hoang Mountain. The highlight of the pagoda is the 13-storey tower, inside of which is a rare jade Buddha.

This is the most unique jade statue of Emperor Tran Nhan Tong in Vietnam. The statue was made from a block of jade originating from the Cassiar Mountains (Canada) and was brought to reside at the Phuc Son Pagoda tower.

Place of worship of jade statue of Buddha Emperor Tran Nhan Tong at the stupa

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According to some documents, Phuc Son Pagoda was built in 1680 - during the Le Trung Hung period (16th century). During the resistance war against French colonialism and American imperialism, the pagoda was a place to discuss guerrilla plans, a medical station, and a temporary shelter for our army and people.

Through the years of war and the ups and downs of time, although it has deteriorated and had to be restored and embellished many times, the pagoda still retains many artifacts, documents, and Buddhist historical materials of historical and cultural value.

In 2021, the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha presided over the project to renovate and embellish Phuc Son Pagoda, including the following items: Tam Quan gate, Tam Bao pagoda, ancestral house, guest house, monk house, lecture hall, Buddha tower, Tu An house... and many other auxiliary works.

The entire structure is constructed with intricately carved and carved ironwood trusses...

Phuc Son Pagoda is located on Phuong Hoang Mountain, built in 1680.

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The temple gate area is decorated before the procession of Buddha's relics.

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Every day, Phuc Son Pagoda cooks 300,000 free vegetarian meals to serve the people and Buddhists who come to worship Buddha's relics. In addition, the organizing committee has a specific plan for the number of meals to be prepared each day to ensure clean ingredients, vegetables, fruits, and vegetarian foods are all carefully selected from reputable suppliers, ensuring food hygiene and safety.

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Architectural image of Phuc Son pagoda at night

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Source: https://thanhnien.vn/ngoi-chua-350-tuoi-o-bac-giang-truoc-ngay-cung-nghinh-xa-loi-phat-185250522133846574.htm