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Hai Phong, a vital port city in Northern Vietnam, holds significant importance both regionally and nationally. For years, when people think of tourism in Hai Phong, they often recall famous spots like Cat Ba, Do Son, Cho Do, and Trang Kenh. However, few realize that Hai Phong is also a land rich in spiritual heritage, home to centuries-old temples that serve as unique and meaningful spiritual tourism destinations.
Spiritual Tourism Sites in Hai Phong
Nghè Temple
Nghè Temple, located on Le Chan Street in Hai Phong, is a historic shrine built in the early 20th century. Recognized as a national historical relic in 1975, the temple is dedicated to the worship of Lady Le Chan, a skilled general who played a pivotal role in the Trung Sisters' uprising.
Visitors to Nghè Temple can admire a complex of traditional Nguyen Dynasty-style architecture, including structures like the rear palace, incense burning house, left and right pavilions, worship hall, stele house, and triple gate. Among these, the temple gate stands out as a grand and majestic structure, reminiscent of medieval palace and mausoleum gates.
Dư Hàng Pagoda
Dư Hàng Pagoda, constructed during the Early Le Dynasty, features ancient architectural elements such as a triple gate, Buddha hall, ancestral house, Mother worship house, abbot's quarters, and monk dormitories. Renovated in 1672 and 1899, the pagoda saw additions like a bell tower and, in 1917, auxiliary structures such as a library, statue garden, and refurbished stupa garden, all preserved to this day.
Cao Linh Pagoda
This ancient pagoda, spanning approximately 49,000 square meters, is situated in the western part of Hai Phong city.
Located in An Duong District, Cao Linh Pagoda has endured the test of time and witnessed the growth of Hai Phong. Having undergone numerous renovations and expansions, it now stands as one of the most beautiful pagodas in the port city, attracting thousands of locals and domestic tourists who come to visit and pay their respects.
Trạng Trình Nguyễn Bỉnh Khiêm Temple Relic
The Trạng Trình Nguyễn Bỉnh Khiêm Temple, located in Trung Am Village, Vĩnh Bảo District, is a historical complex recognized as a national relic in 1991.
The temple honors Nguyễn Bỉnh Khiêm, a revered scholar who mentored and educated many distinguished generals and scholars of his time. Renowned as one of Vietnam's greatest philosophers, he was also a master of divination, earning the title of 'Vietnam's prophet' for his numerous predictions, later known as 'Trạng Trình's Prophecies'.
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Tràng Kênh Temple and Pagoda Relic Site
The Tràng Kênh Temple and Pagoda complex primarily consists of three temples and one pagoda following the Trúc Lâm Zen Buddhist tradition.
The first temple in the Tràng Kênh complex is dedicated to King Lê Đại Hành. The second temple honors Hưng Đạo Đại Vương Trần Quốc Tuấn, standing out as the most prominent structure in the complex due to its strategic location facing the Bạch Đằng River and U Bò Mountain. The third temple is dedicated to King Ngô Quyền.
Within the Tràng Kênh complex lies the Tràng Kênh Trúc Lâm Pagoda, perched on a small hill overlooking the Bạch Đằng River. The pagoda houses gold-plated statues and, despite its modest size, exudes a profound sense of solemnity.
Tường Long Pagoda
Tường Long Pagoda, dating back to the Lý Dynasty, is situated on a vast plot of land atop Ngọc Mountain in Đồ Sơn District. Over time, the pagoda suffered significant deterioration due to historical upheavals.
In 2010, the pagoda was restored into the Tường Long Pagoda complex, featuring 20 bronze statues weighing over 20 tons, a nine-story tower, and a 1000 kg bell modeled after the Vân Bản Pagoda bell, alongside other auxiliary structures. Today, many tourists opt for affordable travel tours to visit Tường Long Pagoda and explore its invaluable artifacts, crafted from wood, stone, tiles, and bricks from the Lý Dynasty.
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