Referring to the spiritual tourism destinations in Con Dao, one cannot help but mention Nui Mot Con Dao Pagoda. So what is here that attracts so many tourists? Join us to find out through the article below.
Visit Nui Mot Pagoda – the only temple in Con Dao, tourists will be satisfied spiritual needs, praying for health and peace for themselves. In addition, Nui Mot Pagoda is the place to have a panoramic view of Con Dao from above, the most beautiful place is when sunset falls, the sky is dyed orange color of dusk. Let’s experience the beauty of one-to-one here.
1. Nui Mot Pagoda in Con Dao – a famous place to pray for peace in Con Dao
History of the Temple of Nui Mot
Nui Mot Pagoda – The most beautiful temple in Con Dao
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Nui Mot Con Dao Pagoda (Van Son Tu) is located on Nui Mot, Con Dao district. With a total population of this relic is 19,434 m2. The pagoda was built by the Americans in 1964 for the purpose of serving spiritual beliefs for the families of those working in the administrative apparatus and soldiers on the island. On the other hand, the pagoda is also a front to disguise people, disguise the eyes of the press and international public opinion about the brutal rule of prisoners of the US puppet regime here.
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By the time after 1975, this place became the place of worship for Buddha of the people on the island. Currently, the pagoda is a cultural work located in the historical and scenic complex of Con Dao district. In addition, the pagoda has been recognized by the province of Ba Ria – Vung Tau for historical and cultural relics and landscapes at the provincial level according to Decision No. 4025 / QD-UBND dated December 4, 2009.
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Van Son Tu is designed with a bold oriental Buddhist architecture, mainly worshiping Buddha and bodhisattvas. Although the space of the pagoda is not large, the location is firmly back against the mountain. Standing at the pagoda, visitors can panoramic views everywhere, there is a charming landscape with the south is the deep blue of the vast mountain forest, the east is the clear blue Con Son Bay and the peaceful town If royalty develops, in the north is An Hai lotus field nestled shyly by green leaves spreading the fragrance every moment.
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Today, tourists come to Nui Mot Pagoda mainly to travel to Con Dao . Those who sincerely tend to good, do not mind difficult space to pass 200 steps, will stand in front of the sacred temple, pray for peace for their families, as well as pray for the souls of the soldiers here forever. The quiet space of the temple door here has also helped many visitors feel peaceful and somewhat alleviate the worries in daily life.
To Nui Mot Pagoda – to be grateful to people who have made merit to the water
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In Con Dao, in addition to visiting the national heroic historical relics, to explore Con Dao from a historical perspective, you need to visit the whole Nui Mot Con Dao Pagoda . Because this place is the place to commemorate the soldiers who died for the independence and freedom of the Fatherland, so that the people have a happy and happy life like today.
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This place witnessed the brutal rule of the enemy against inmates at Con Dao prison. The prison’s brutal regime was to increase exploitation on Sundays, prisoners sentenced to life in Phu Hai Prison had to build this temple, they had to carry materials, sand and stones, Cement to the top of the mountain.
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Because of the sacrificial hardships that they have endured and gone through, but still an indomitable resilience that never yielded to enemies has helped us to live the life we are today. Thus, spiritual tourists in Con Dao, surely tourists cannot help but come to Nui Mot Con Dao Pagoda as a tribute to people who have made merit to the country.
2. Nui Mot Con Dao Pagoda – beautiful scene 1 no 2
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Nui Mot Pagoda has bold Asian Buddhist architecture and is a place of religious activities of indigenous people as well as attracting spiritual tourists. The pagoda was built on a very special position, leaning back on Mot mountain, so the four directions are surrounded by fascinating sights.
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In the south of the pagoda is a vast green forest, to the east is the clear blue Con Son bay and the north is a beautiful An Hai lotus field. Especially in the pagoda there is also a statue of Quan Am Bodhisattva with a height of 2m standing on a lotus flower, which is carved very subtly from large trees.
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Nui Mot Pagoda is one of the temples in Con Dao with beautiful scenes leaving a deep impression on visitors. In the relic area of Nui Mot pagoda, there are outstanding beautiful scenes and features such as: Temple Gate, Gantry Gate, Buddha Statue, Dia Tibet Temple, Son Than Temple, Ancestral House, … Besides, the temple bell rings gold in the realm. The silence or chanting of the monk and the spreading incense smoke brings the quiet and sacred temple space. Therefore, when setting foot on the rope, any visitor will feel relieved, relax, forget all sorrows, worries, hustles of daily life.
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A special and quite unique and interesting feature in Nui Mot pagoda is that there is a step up the mountain after the pagoda, but so far no one knows where this mountain road leads. Since this place is dominated by monkeys, they are not afraid of people. When someone came, they howled again and a herd of monkeys appeared, not letting anyone pass.
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Standing from Nui Mot Pagoda, you can easily see the majestic beauty of An Hai lake as well as the panorama of Con Dao town and Con Son bay from above which is very hostile and will definitely be a memorable memory in life. . The scenery of Nui Mot pagoda at night also makes many visitors unforgettable. Nui Mot Con Dao Pagoda at night is lit very sparkling and magical, the outside space is extremely quiet.
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At night, the pagoda on the island is only local people to pray, so there is no more bustle like the daytime atmosphere when welcoming tourists. Instead, there are sounds from nature and temple bells ringing sometimes, making people’s souls strangely peaceful. Another beauty of Nui Mot pagoda in Con Dao is the image of the pagoda under shimmering lights at night, very fanciful and quiet. Really, if anyone visit the temple and stay overnight will be a great experience, feeling a very wonderful life, fresh and relaxing.
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If you are a nature lover, want to enjoy beautiful views in a quiet space. Quietly, take a trip to the Nui Mot Con Dao Pagoda . Surely this place will make you forget the inner walks of life, immerse yourself in the beautiful natural scenery and enjoy peaceful moments in your soul.