Buddhists traveled hundreds of kilometers, lining up from 1am to wait to worship Buddha's relics.

Early morning of May 14, at Quan Su Pagoda ( Hanoi ), streams of people poured into the pagoda gate, lined up solemnly, silently, clasped their hands respectfully, waiting for the moment to worship the Buddha's relics - the sacred national treasure of India.

The organizers said the temple will open to visitors from 7am on May 14. However, according to reporters, from 6am, the area in front of the temple gate was crowded with people and Buddhists from many places, lining up to wait to enter the ceremony.

The crowd grew larger and larger, quickly filling the sidewalks and spilling out onto Tran Hung Dao, Nguyen Du and Quan Su streets. The crowd was huge, but everyone moved quietly, without jostling or pushing, preserving the solemn, serene atmosphere of a special spiritual event.

In the long line of people in front of the temple gate, Ms. Lan (56 years old, from Nam Dinh ) stood with her hands clasped solemnly, eyes half-closed, and her mouth chanting Buddha's name. She said that she and her children and grandchildren rented a car from their hometown to Hanoi on the night of May 13. "We were here since 1am to reserve a spot near the temple gate. Being able to see the Buddha's relics with our own eyes is a rare opportunity in life, so no matter how long I have to wait, I feel it is worth it," Ms. Lan emotionally shared.

"I have never seen a temple this crowded, but everyone is orderly and does not push each other," said a Buddhist.

Faced with an unprecedented influx of people, police, militia and volunteers were mobilized to regulate traffic, maintain order and guide people to move in designated lanes.

Announcements from loudspeakers were broadcast continuously, reminding Buddhists and people to maintain order, line up neatly, and not jostle, to ensure a sacred and safe space.

“We stayed up all night to help and direct traffic. Many people had been waiting since dawn, but they were very patient and did not complain. The sacred atmosphere was all around,” said a volunteer.

Inside the main hall, Buddha's relics are solemnly placed in a large glass frame, surrounded by fresh flowers and incense.

Buddhists bowed, offered incense and chanted Buddha's name in sacred silence.

The Buddha's relics were enshrined at Quan Su Pagoda for three days from May 14-16 as part of a series of events celebrating the United Nations Vesak 2025. This is the first time that India's national treasure has been brought to Vietnam by military aircraft, and is a rare opportunity for Vietnamese Buddhists to worship this sacred relic.

According to plan, after being enshrined at Quan Su Pagoda, the Buddha's relics will be carried to Tam Chuc Pagoda (Ha Nam) on the morning of May 17, continuing the journey of spreading the energy of compassion and wisdom on the occasion of Buddha's birthday.

An Thanh Thang - Vien Minh

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