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Not just famous for its scenic landscapes like Trang An, Tam Coc – Bich Dong,... Ninh Binh is also renowned for its many historical relics and spiritual travel spots.
Currently, Ninh Binh boasts hundreds of cultural and historical relics associated with the Dinh, Early Le, Ly dynasties... Some famous historical sites are now included in spiritual travel tours such as the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, Bich Dong Pagoda...
Bich Dong Pagoda
Dubbed as the 'Second Most Beautiful Cave under the Southern Sky', Bich Dong Pagoda is located 3 km southwest from the ferry terminal of Dinh Cac, nestled on the slope of Bich Dong Mountain. This ancient architectural structure is built in the style of 'Tam' Chinese characters, with three separate towers arranged along the mountainside, forming Lower, Middle, and Upper Pagodas. Thanks to this layout, the pagoda, mountain, and cave blend harmoniously together, concealed amidst lush green giant trees.
The Temple of Saint Nguyen
The Temple of Saint Nguyen, honoring Ly Dynasty's Sage Nguyen Minh Khong (or Ly Quoc Su), is located in Gia Vien district. The temple was built on the site of Vien Quang Pagoda, established by Nguyen Minh Khong in 1121. After his passing, people worshipped him here. The Nguyen Holy Temple was designated as a National Architectural and Artistic Relic in February 1989.
Bai Dinh Mountain Spiritual Area
Bai Dinh Mountain Spiritual Area covers approximately 700 hectares in Gia Sinh commune, Gia Vien district. Not only does it possess solemn and majestic beauty, but it's also remarkably grand.
This is a spiritual tourism destination boasting numerous national and international records, not only within Vietnam but globally as well: the largest bronze Tam The statues in Vietnam, the longest corridor of Arhat statues, the tallest and heaviest bronze statue of Buddha Shakyamuni, the largest bronze bell... Additionally, it houses many precious jewels of Buddhism.
Ancient Capital of Hoa Lu
To this day, the ancient capital of Hoa Lu continues to preserve numerous valuable historical and cultural architectural structures such as the temples of King Dinh Tien Hoang, King Le Dai Hanh, the mausoleum of King Dinh, the mausoleum of King Le... Alongside are remnants of ancient citadels, mountains, and fascinating caves.
Phat Diem Stone Church
Phat Diem Stone Church is situated in Phat Diem town, Kim Son district, covering an area of approximately 22 hectares. It is regarded as one of the most beautiful churches in Vietnam. What makes the architecture of Phat Diem Stone Church unique is that it's a Catholic structure yet bears the characteristics of imperial architecture and traditional Vietnamese pagodas. Constructed entirely of stone, locals commonly refer to it as the Stone Church. Not only is it the most remarkable stone structure in Vietnam, but it's also exceedingly rare worldwide.
Source: VnExpress
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Reference: Travel guide from Mytour
