The unique ancient Vinh Trang Pagoda

Located on Nguyen Trung Truc Street, My Phong Ward, My Tho City, Vinh Trang Pagoda is the largest ancient pagoda in Tien Giang province, recognized as a National Historical and Cultural Monument by the Ministry of Culture and Information on August 30, 1984.

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The gate of Vinh Trang Pagoda is built in the style of an ancient tower and is covered with many pieces of pottery and porcelain depicting themes such as "dragon, unicorn, turtle, phoenix," "fisherman, woodcutter, farmer, shepherd," birds, flowers, and Buddhist stories.

The pagoda was built by Mr. and Mrs. Bui Cong Dat between 1820 and 1840. In 1849, Venerable Thich Hue Dang from Giac Lam Pagoda (Gia Dinh) came to preside over it and organized its construction into a large temple, naming it Vinh Truong Pagoda, with the intention that the pagoda would "endure forever alongside the mountains and rivers, and endure alongside heaven and earth." Local people still commonly refer to it as Vinh Trang Pagoda.

The pagoda is built in the shape of the Chinese character "國" (guo), like Chinese temples, but Vinh Trang Pagoda features Renaissance-style patterns, Roman-style arches, French-style wrought ironwork, and Japanese ceramic tile flooring. However, the interior architecture still strongly reflects traditional Vietnamese sculptural styles. Large Buddha statues, along with exquisite carvings, create a sense of solemnity and majesty.

The beauty of the pagoda lies in its sculptural art, and Vinh Trang Pagoda can be seen as a reflection of the history of fine arts in Tien Giang province.

Every day, the pagoda attracts many visitors from both within and outside the country. The busiest days are the full moon and during festivals and Tet (Lunar New Year). In 2007, the pagoda was recognized by the Vietnam Book of Records Center as the first pagoda in Vietnam with an architectural style that combines Eastern and Western influences.

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Walking around the temple grounds, you will feel the tranquility and peace, as if time has stopped. This is truly a wonderful destination to find inner peace.

A view of the grounds of Vinh Trang Pagoda.

The formation of the temple originated first and foremost from the heartfelt devotion of the local people.

The interior of the ancestral house is built in the Chinese style but still retains Vietnamese architectural features.

Visitors come to light incense, perform rituals, and buy souvenirs at Vinh Trang Pagoda.

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