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Visitors to the Tam Chuc tourist complex can explore the Phap Chu Palace, Quan Am Palace, and the Jade Pagoda.
Experiencing Spring Excursion at Tam Chuc Temple
Tam Chuc Temple stands as the largest temple in Vietnam, situated in Ba Sao town and Khả Phong commune, Kim Bang district, Ha Nam province, approximately 60 km from the center of Hanoi. It is one of the most popular spiritual tourist destinations nationwide, connecting the Perfume Pagoda tourist area, Bai Dinh tourist area, and the Van Long nature reserve. Below are some notes for visitors to the temple.
Main Attractions
The Tam The Palace is the first structure in the temple complex. Inside the palace are three Buddha statues made of bronze, with lotus leaves gilded in gold behind them. Each statue weighs up to 200 tons. Visitors should remember to remove their shoes outside before entering to pay respects.
Ngoc Pagoda atop Thất Tinh Mountain is one of the main attractions of the tourist area. The pagoda is entirely made of red granite, housing a 4,000 kg jade Buddha statue inside. To reach the pagoda, visitors must climb 299 stone steps. From here, you can admire the panoramic view of Tam Chuc Temple.
Additionally, visitors can explore the Quan The Am Bodhisattva Palace, home to a bronze Buddha statue weighing 100 tons, or the Phap Chu Palace with its solid bronze statue weighing 150 tons. Other attractions include the botanical garden, Tam Chuc shrine, and the Lục Nhạc lake area.
Ticket Prices and Transportation within the Temple
At the beginning of this year, the tourist area temporarily suspended ticket sales, allowing visitors to explore freely to avoid congestion. From the parking lot to the temple, visitors can choose to take a boat for a ticket price of 200,000 VND per person. There is also an electric car service here with a ticket price of 90,000 VND per person, for a tour around the tourist area.
Additionally, for those arriving here by private vehicle, they will pay 10,000 VND for a car or 5,000 VND for a motorbike at the parking lot.
Dining Options
Apart from the dining options within the temple complex, visitors can enjoy a meal at Tam Chuc Restaurant located at the foot of Mount Se, in Do Le village (along Highway 21A). The restaurant specializes in serving rustic dishes such as frog, eel, turtle, chicken, wild boar, with the highlight being goat dishes like grilled goat and goat with lemon… The venue offers spacious, clean surroundings with a clearly displayed price list for guests to choose from. Prices range from 100,000 VND to 300,000 VND for dishes.
Another suggestion for visitors is Tam Chuc – Ba Sao Restaurant. It's the closest eatery to the tourist area, just 800 meters from Tam Quan gate, located on Highway 21A, km14. The restaurant features a large dining hall, 4 private rooms, and a coffee lounge, catering to a maximum of 170 people at once. Here, they serve rice, rustic dishes, as well as various hotpot options with fish, chicken, and more.
Getting to Tam Chuc
From downtown Hanoi, travelers can reach Tam Chuc Temple by private vehicle via National Highway 1A – National Highway 12A (Phu Ly) – Ba Sao town. Alternatively, they can take the Hanoi – Phu Ly bus route 206. These transportation methods don't directly take you to Tam Chuc Temple, so you'll need to take a taxi or motorbike taxi from Giap Bat or Nuoc Ngam bus station.
Travel Tips for Visiting the Temple
When visiting the temple, it's advisable to wear modest and respectful attire, avoid excessive burning of incense, and refrain from littering. During peak pilgrimage times, when crowds are dense, travelers should take proactive measures to safeguard personal belongings and prevent any loss.
In precaution against the coronavirus, the administration of Tam Chuc Temple has suspended the traditional New Year's festival (scheduled for the 12th of January), but the temple remains open for visitation. Visitors are advised to wear medical masks, and wash their hands with soap regularly to ensure their health.
According to Lan Huong/ Vnexpress
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Reference: Travel guide by Mytour
MytourFebruary 7, 2020
