Tay Ninh – the sacred land of Southern Vietnam

Located in the southwestern part of the Southeast region of Vietnam, Tay Ninh is considered a pure and fascinating gem. Each destination here offers a unique experience, with a special story hidden beneath its tranquil exterior. Ancient historical sites on this land are intertwined with mysterious legends, such as the legend of Linh Son Thanh Mau on Ba Den Mountain, and the footprints deeply embedded in the rocks in the mysterious stories of Ma Thien Lanh Valley. Furthermore, Tay Ninh boasts abundant natural resources, including Dau Tieng Lake – the largest artificial freshwater lake in Southeast Asia, Lo Go – Xa Mat National Park – an ASEAN Heritage Garden with a rich ecosystem, and unique architectural structures found nowhere else, such as the Holy See – the largest sanctuary of the Cao Dai religion.

Vietnam.vn invites you to explore Tay Ninh, a sacred land, through the video "Tay Ninh – Sacred Land of Southern Vietnam" by author Nguyen Dinh Dong Giao. Tay Ninh, a land connecting modernity and long-standing tradition, is an ideal destination for those seeking beauty and a harmonious blend of nature and unique culture. Dau Tieng Lake – the largest artificial lake in Southern Vietnam. The video was filmed in Tay Ninh and submitted by the author to the "Happy Vietnam" photo and video contest, organized by the Ministry of Information and Communications .

The Holy See of Tay Ninh, one of Vietnam's most important religious centers, is an attractive destination for those who enjoy exploring spiritual culture.

Ba Den Mountain, known as the "First Heavenly Mountain," is one of Vietnam's most sacred and famous mountains. Conquer the summit with a state-of-the-art cable car system to reach the cloud-covered peak year-round. Admire the statue of the Goddess of Mercy on Mount Tay Bo Da Son, which holds the record for the tallest bronze statue in Asia.

Pay homage to the colossal sandstone statue of Maitreya Buddha located atop the mountain. Participate in the grand lantern offering ceremony on this sacred mountain peak. Thousands of lanterns, inscribed with wishes, illuminate the night sky above Ba Mountain, expressing the people's reverence for the Buddha, carrying their hopes and aspirations for peace and prosperity in the future. It feels as if one is standing at the intersection of heaven and earth, a magical moment that connects people with the power of spirituality, receiving the divine energy of the legendary sacred mountain peak.

Tay Ninh, a land of stunning natural beauty and sacred legends, always welcomes you to its charm.

In 2024, the "Happy Vietnam" photo and video contest continued to be organized by the Ministry of Information and Communications in collaboration with the Vietnam Association of Photographic Artists on the website.   https://happy.vietnam.vn is open to all Vietnamese citizens and foreigners aged 15 and above. The competition aims to honor individuals and groups with positive informational products that make practical contributions to promoting a beautiful image of Vietnam to the world. Through this, it helps people at home, overseas Vietnamese, and international friends access authentic images of Vietnam, its people, its achievements in ensuring human rights, and working towards a happy Vietnam.

Each competition category (photos and videos) has the following prizes and prize values:
– 1 Gold Medal: 70,000,000 VND
– 2 Silver Medals: 20,000,000 VND
– 3 Bronze Medals: 10,000,000 VND
– 10 Consolation Prizes: 5,000,000 VND
– The most voted-for entry: 5,000,000 VND
The winning authors will be invited by the Organizing Committee to attend the Award Ceremony and Certificate Presentation, which will be broadcast live on Vietnam Television.

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