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Experience the Lunar New Year Tour: Discover the Heritage Sites of Da Nang – Hoi An – Hue
Linh Ung Pagoda, Bai But Beach
Linh Ung Pagoda sits majestically on Son Tra Mountain, being the largest pagoda in Da Nang both in scale and architectural beauty. Linh Ung Pagoda, Bai But Beach, is built on a spacious 12-hectare land, harmoniously combining modern and traditional Eastern aesthetics.
The main hall exudes solemnity and tranquility. In the center is the statue of Shakyamuni Buddha, flanked by Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva on the right and the Four-Armed Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva on the left, with four Dragon Kings and 18 Arhats.
Linh Ung Pagoda on But Beach boasts the tallest statue of Quan The Am Bodhisattva in Vietnam, standing at 67 meters tall, with a lotus-shaped base measuring 35 meters in diameter. The statue faces the sea with a benevolent gaze upon all beings, one hand holding the Three Jewels seal, while the other hand carries a jug of compassionate nectar to aid fishermen.
At the feet of the Quan The Am statue stands a 2-meter tall statue of the Buddha, surrounded by 17 levels, each adorned with an altar and a total of 21 Buddha statues in various forms, expressions, and postures, collectively known as the 'Buddhas within Buddhas'.
Ba Na – Mount Lord
During the Tet Hue 4D3N tour, visitors will hear many legends surrounding the name of Mount Lord Ba Na. According to folklore, atop the mountain lies the sacred shrine of the Divine Mother, hence the name Mount Lord.
French physician Albert Salle, upon visiting Ba Na, conducted research on this location. He believed that Mount Lord, originally peaceful, transforms into a mystical realm at night, inhabited by benevolent deity, the Divine Mother.
As for the name Ba Na Hills, when the French discovered this mountainous region, they found wild banana trees abundant. Thus, they named the place Banane – Banana Mountain. Vietnamese pronunciation later evolved into Ba Na.
Legend has it that the name of the mountain is abbreviated from the name of Lady Thiên Y A Na Holy Mother (Lady Ponagar). Writer Nguyên Ngọc suggests that Bà Nà is the word of the Cơtu people meaning 'my mountain'.
Here, travelers can enjoy a different feeling when taking the cable car suspended amidst the mountains to visit Linh Ứng Pagoda with a 27m high statue of Buddha Shakyamuni, visiting the shrine of Lady Mẫu Thượng Ngàn, and other religious sites in Bà Nà.
Travelers cannot miss the Golden Bridge, a unique bridge in the Heavenly Garden at Bà Nà Hills, built at an altitude of 1,400m above sea level, consisting of 8 spans and a length of 150m. The bridge is supported by giant hands, a unique architectural feature in Vietnam.
Additionally, when you're here, you can also enjoy playing at Fantasy Park with games such as the Love Carousel, Skiver Pilot, Fire Racing Track, Haunted House, and a display area of over 40 wax figures of famous characters...
Japanese Bridge Pagoda
The Japanese Bridge Pagoda in Hội An was built in the 17th century, closely associated with the legend of a monster named Namazu. The head of the monster is in India, the body in Vietnam, and the tail in Japan. Each time the monster thrashes, it causes floods.
Since then, the temple has been built with the meaning of a sword blocking the back of the monster so that it cannot harm people's lives with natural disasters.
Chua Cau, also known as the Japanese Bridge or Lai Vien Kieu Bridge, due to its architecture heavily influenced by Japanese style. In 1719, Lord Nguyen Phuc Chu visited Hoi An and named the bridge Lai Vien Kieu, meaning 'welcoming guests from afar,' a popular destination during the Hue Tet 4-day 3-night tour.
The Assembly Hall of Phuoc Kien
Hoi An today still has 5 assembly halls: Phuoc Kien, Trung Hoa, Trieu Chau, Quynh Phu, and Quang Dong. These assembly halls are all quite large in scale and located on Tran Phu Street facing the Thu Bon River. Among them, Phuoc Kien Assembly Hall has a more unique architecture, located at 46 Tran Phu Street.
Assembly halls are not only the community center of the Chinese people but also a place to worship ancestors, and deities for life. Phuoc Kien Assembly Hall was built on the foundation of a pagoda.
According to ancient legends, when the Thu Bon River flooded, a golden statue drifted to the position of the present-day Phuoc Kien Assembly Hall. After that, the people built a temple to worship this statue, naming it Kim Son Tu.
In 1697, Phuoc Kien locals arrived in Hoi An for trading and established a communal house. On 17/2/1990, this house was honored as a National Historical and Cultural Monument.
Phuoc Kien Assembly Hall features 'tam' architectural style with various elements: gate, courtyard, pond, ornamental trees, two rows of east and west houses, main hall, rear courtyard, and back hall.
Hue Imperial City
The Imperial City of Hue, located in the Imperial Capital of Hue, served as the royal court of the Nguyen dynasty for 143 years from 1802 to 1945. It stands as the most monumental construction project in modern Vietnamese history, involving thousands of workers, millions of cubic meters of earth and stone, and an immense amount of labor including excavation, river diversion, relocation of graves, and construction of walls, spanning over 30 years.
The Imperial City comprises the Imperial Citadel and the Forbidden Purple City. The Citadel features four gates situated on each side, with the main gate, Ngọ Môn, located in the south. Within the Citadel lies the Thai Hoa Palace, the throne hall, and the area of ancestral shrines. The Forbidden Purple City served as the living quarters for the king and the royal family.
Today, the Imperial City of Hue is one of the key monuments within the Complex of Hue Monuments recognized by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage site. Therefore, it is an essential destination for a meaningful 4-day Tet holiday tour in Hue during the Lunar New Year!
Emperor Khải Định's Mausoleum
The mausoleum of Emperor Khải Định sparked controversy with its architecture blending Eastern and Western influences. Khải Định was the most unconventional and eccentric ruler of the Nguyễn dynasty, purportedly embracing French colonialism.
Emperor Khải Định had a penchant for extravagance and spared no expense on his mausoleum, becoming a subject of ridicule among nationalist leaders.
This tomb stands out from others: adorned with lush vegetation, climbing up a hill covered in pines. You'll notice architectural influences from China, Vietnam, France, and even Cambodia in the mausoleum.
The most striking aspect to many is perhaps the contrast between the exterior and interior: Khải Định opted for white concrete for the facade (now darkened by details), intricate mosaic and wall paintings, exuding luxury within.
Thiên Mụ Pagoda
Thien Mu Pagoda is surrounded by stone and brick walls shaped like turtles. Upon entering the pagoda, visitors will encounter the first symbol of the pagoda, the Phuoc Duyen tower. This 7-story tower is built of bricks and stands 21 meters tall. Next is the Great Hall, the main hall. Outside the pagoda compound, there are many types of flowers and plants that are carefully tended.
Walking through the garden, visitors will pass by the spot where the venerable Thich Quang Duc's car is displayed, left before his self-immolation. At the end of the pagoda is the tomb tower area of the former abbot of the pagoda, Thich Don Hau. The pine forest next to the tomb adds to the solemnity of the pagoda scene.
Around January and February (Lunar New Year), the pleasant spring weather makes it the best time to visit the pagoda. In May and June, the blooming of the flamboyant flowers is also an attractive time to visit. The pagoda is open to visitors from early morning until 6 pm, and visitors should dress modestly when visiting.
World heritage sites, captivating tourist attractions in the Hue Tet 4 days 3 nights tour will bring you a memorable holiday for Tet 2023. Experience with us by contacting Mytour as soon as possible to own the Tet tour with many benefits!
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