Thien Hung Pagoda – ‘Phuong Hoang Co Tran’ in Quy Nhon’s heart

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Quy Nhon is not only famous for its clear blue beaches or ancient Champa towers, because the spiritual places here always make visitors sob when they remember, typically Thien Hung pagoda.

Located on National Highway 1A in Dam Da town, Nhon Hung ward, An Nhon town, Binh Dinh province and about 20km from Quy Nhon city center, Thien Hung pagoda is not only a special spiritual place of the local people. Nau but also one of the most famous temples in the South Central region.

The elegant beauty of Thien Hung pagoda

Not located in a prominent location like Ong Nui Pagoda , not as magnificent as many other temples, but Thien Hung Pagoda makes many visitors fall in love every time they come here.Thien Hung Pagoda - 'Phuong Hoang Co Tran' in Quy Nhon's heart(Photo @ hienhoa1369)

In general, all the buildings in the pagoda are built according to Eastern architecture, creating a feeling of closeness, familiarity, softness and antiquity.Thien Hung Pagoda - 'Phuong Hoang Co Tran' in Quy Nhon's heartAn ancient movie title scene (Photo @ hienhien1995)

As soon as we step closer to the pagoda, the large and majestic three-door gate is built with two pillars made of solid reinforced concrete and the roof is designed like a blade soaring to the sky, with wings. Rustic brown wooden gate gives us the feeling of being lost in an ancient picture with calm and quiet colors.Thien Hung Pagoda - 'Phuong Hoang Co Tran' in Quy Nhon's heartThe triangular gate in timelessness (Photo @uyn_uynny)

And indeed, step into the precincts of Thien Hung pagoda , watch the towering 3-storey main hall made entirely of wood with large solid pillars and curved tiled roofs carved into the shape of a dragon head. In the old days, you will feel like entering the set of a very elaborate historical drama.Thien Hung Pagoda - 'Phuong Hoang Co Tran' in Quy Nhon's heartAncient main hall (Photo @ iamzhang96)

Along with that is the ancient 12-storey Thien Ung stupa, towering to reach the blue sky and a 4-storey bell tower designed subtly and meticulously to create a unique art picture holding visitors.Thien Hung Pagoda - 'Phuong Hoang Co Tran' in Quy Nhon's heartThe massive 12-storey stupa (Photo @__nphhhgg__)Thien Hung Pagoda - 'Phuong Hoang Co Tran' in Quy Nhon's heartExquisitely designed bell tower (Photo @ queen_t_1502)

In addition, Thien Hung Binh Dinh pagoda is also adorned with beautiful green bonsai pots, bright red bridges built in the style of ancient temples and a lotus pond radiating a fragrant fragrance to make the place. Thanh Thanh more peaceful and poetic.Thien Hung Pagoda - 'Phuong Hoang Co Tran' in Quy Nhon's heartA fresh garden (Photo @ mirilyly9)

Other works of the temple such as: lecture halls, halls, libraries, traditional houses, guest houses or cafeterias … with deep ancient features will definitely make you fall in love. Thien Hung Pagoda - 'Phuong Hoang Co Tran' in Quy Nhon's heartSky well area (Photo @ony_julli)

In particular, when the day is beautiful, when the night falls, the bright lights are lit, the temple brings a fanciful and fanciful beauty like “Phuong Hoang Co Tran” in Vietnamese version, making everyone unable to. eyes away. 

The spiritual beauty of Thien Hung pagoda 

The main hall of Thien Hung Quy Nhon Pagoda  is worshiped with different Buddha statues, notably the majestic bronze statue of the thousand-eyed Buddha on the first floor and the Buddha statue of Sakyamuni. in gold worship on the top floor.Thien Hung Pagoda - 'Phuong Hoang Co Tran' in Quy Nhon's heartStatue of Buddha with thousands of hands (Photo @ feb.19.19)

In addition, this place is also very sacred because it preserves the Jade relics of Buddha Shakyamuni – a treasure containing miraculous power that can transform people as well as bring all peace, dispel evil karma. and nurture charity for people. It is also believed that where there is Ngoc Xa Loi, it is like the existence of Buddha himself to bless sentient beings.

Especially the abbot of the pagoda – Venerable Thich Dong Ngo, despite being young, is very knowledgeable about feng shui and active in teaching and charity work, so not only the pilgrims but even the pilgrims. The Head of State, when having the opportunity to return to Binh Dinh, visited the temple.

Memorable experiences at Thien Hung Pagoda

If you have come to Thien Hung, do not forget to light a incense stick to the Buddha to pray for luck, peace and happiness for yourself and your loved ones.

Besides, you can also walk around to admire the scenery and breathe the fresh, peaceful air at the Buddha’s door or step up to the top of the tower to enjoy the cool breeze and capture the entire frame. The beautiful scenery of An Nhon, or simply sitting by the rockery and listening to the clear sound emanating from the pagoda bell, will surely disappear all sorrow and fatigue.Thien Hung Pagoda - 'Phuong Hoang Co Tran' in Quy Nhon's heartEnjoy a peaceful and fresh space at the temple (Photo @ anh.thiiii)

In particular, coming to this fascinating ancient painting without doing a few check-in photos, your trip will be extremely flawed. Believe me, just on the picture, any corner of Thien Hung Pagoda can give you a very cool virtual live photo for you to see.Thien Hung Pagoda - 'Phuong Hoang Co Tran' in Quy Nhon's heartThe “divine” check-in corner at the temple (Photo @ p.oly_)

Before finishing the trip, you should also visit famous tourist destinations nearby such as Banh It tower , Emperor citadel or Canh Tien tower … to feel all the poetic and lyrical beauty of the land. An Nhon, Binh Dinh.

How to move to Thien Hung pagoda


Bus

With this vehicle, you go to Le Duan street, Quy Nhon city, take the T12 bus through An Nhon town and end at Tam Quan, each route is 35 minutes apart. Moreover, since the car does not stop at the temple, you should ask your assistant to remind you when you are near the destination.

Motorcycle

If you like to experience and watch the peaceful scenery of this place, you can rent a motorbike to go with the price from 100k to 150k / day according to the following distance: from Quy Nhon city center, you follow Vo Nguyen Giap street to Nguyen Hue, after passing Banh Be Tower, go straight along National Highway 1A to come to Nhon Hung ward. At this point, just ask the people on the road and you will reach Thien Hung Pagoda .

Some note when visiting Thien Hung pagoda

– The temple is open to welcome guests at 9am, but from 11:00 to 15:00, some areas will be closed, so if you want to visit everywhere, you should visit the temple at the first opening.

– Free vegetarian rice will be served from 10am to 12pm, but if you want to eat, you must inform the kitchen in advance to be prepared.

– Costumes in the temple should be discreet, polite and dignified.

– Always keep order, go light, speak quietly, do not say cursing or use vulgar words in the temple.

– Do not go in and out of the temple by the middle door, do not step on the threshold but have to step through.

– Do not burn too much incense or votive, spend money on merit, do not put on the incense of the main hall.Thien Hung Pagoda - 'Phuong Hoang Co Tran' in Quy Nhon's heartDress discreetly when coming to the temple (Photo @_mihanh)

If you are a spiritual believer who always indulges in the ancient and serene features of ancient buildings,  Thien Hung Pagoda  in Binh Dinh is an ideal destination that you cannot ignore.

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