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Beyond the stunning beaches and delicious seafood, Khanh Hoa's coastal land leaves a lasting impression on travelers' hearts with its distinctive, contemplative, and spiritual temples.
Discovering Architecturally Unique Temples in Khanh Hoa
Long Son Pagoda, also known as the White Buddha Pagoda, constructed over a century ago, stands as the most renowned spiritual destination in Khanh Hoa. The pagoda, perpetually filled with the aroma of incense and hundreds of worshipers, maintains a serene and tranquil ambiance. The highlight here is the 24-meter-tall white statue of Buddha Thich Ca, seated in a majestic meditation posture amidst the sky, with a lotus-shaped pedestal measuring 10 meters in diameter. Photo: Special_futures, photo_premiere.
Long Son is situated at the foot of Trai Thuy Mountain, right in the center of Nha Trang city. Many tourists highly appreciate the unique vegetarian cuisine in this area. Besides temple rituals, many young people also enjoy checking in with the giant Buddha statue and the lush greenery in the temple grounds. Photo: H_h6.7, a_____ton, _nat.97, hola_yh.
Tong Lam Lo Son, known as the Stone Tower Pagoda, is among the most frequented temples in Nha Trang by international tourists. Erected in 2009, the colossal statue is considered the tallest Amitabha Buddha statue in Vietnam, soaring to a height of 44 meters, with the lotus-shaped pedestal boasting a diameter of 24 meters. Photo: V_golove_vesna, bambooobanga.
Tong Lam Lo Son is not just a spiritual destination but also boasts a serene and tranquil landscape that captivates international travelers. From here, visitors can admire the panoramic view of the land, with majestic mountains surrounding the area. Photo: Anna_ivanets, allaboutchiu.
The Snail Pagoda, commonly known as Tu Van Pagoda, located in the heart of Cam Ranh city, is a unique architectural masterpiece constructed and adorned with various types of coral, seashells, and snail shells. The most impressive feature of Tu Van Pagoda is the Bao Tich Tower, nearly 40 meters tall, with 8 doors following the eightfold path philosophy of Buddhism. Many visitors to Khanh Hoa are astonished by the meticulous and elaborate decorative details crafted from countless snail shells and seashells on the tower's surface. Photo: Culture Trip, trungchien.
Not only attracting Buddhist pilgrims, but the temple is also an appealing tourist spot for travelers in Khanh Hoa. Stepping into the temple, you can feel the fresh, serene, and peaceful atmosphere. The path from the gate to the main hall is adorned with a large Buddha statue, with both sides shaded by beautiful palm trees. Photo: Culture Trip.
According to Thao Ly/ Zing news
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Reference: Travel Guide Mytour
MytourMarch 12, 2020
