Truc Lam Zen Monastery, Da Lat

Truc Lam Zen Monastery in Da Lat is located on Phuong Hoang Mountain, next to Tuyen Lam Lake, about 5 km from the center of Da Lat city. It is one of the largest and most famous Zen monasteries in Vietnam, built in 1994 according to the Truc Lam Yen Tu sect. The space here is peaceful and harmonious with nature, featuring a solemn main hall, vibrant flower gardens, and a picturesque lake and mountain landscape. The monastery is an ideal destination for sightseeing, worship, and finding inner peace.

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