The 7 Biggest Religious Site in Hanoi

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Vietnam is a country with a diverse religious landscape. From the bustling cities to the serene countryside, there are numerous religious sites of significance to the Vietnamese people. Some of the largest and most notable include:

  • Pagoda of the Six Banyan Trees: Located in Hanoi, this 1,000-year-old pagoda is one of the oldest in Vietnam. Dedicated to Buddha, it features a 27-meter-tall Bodhi tree and a collection of ancient Buddhist relics.
  • Imperial City of Hue: This UNESCO World Heritage Site was once the political and cultural center of Vietnam. It contains numerous palaces, temples, and pagodas, including the Forbidden Purple City, which was the residence of the Nguyen emperors.
  • Jade Emperor Pagoda: Located in Ho Chi Minh City, this Taoist pagoda is one of the largest in Vietnam. It features intricate carvings, elaborate altars, and a large collection of jade statues, including a 1-meter-tall statue of the Jade Emperor.
  • My Son Sanctuary: Located in the Quang Nam Province, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is a collection of ruined temples and towers that were once part of a major Hindu religious complex. It dates back to the 4th century AD and is considered a cultural and historical treasure.
  • Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon: Located in Ho Chi Minh City, this neo-Gothic cathedral is a symbol of Vietnam’s Catholic community. It was built in the late 19th century and features two bell towers and a beautiful stained-glass interior.
Đền Hai Bà Trưng in Hanoi
Đền Hai Bà Trưng in Hanoi

The 7 Biggest Religious Site near Hanoi

Ngoc Son Temple

  • Reviews:
    Miles Macdonald✭✭✭✭✭
    a month ago
    A must visit if you’re in the area of the lake. Accessed via an attractive red wooden bridge, the island temple is home to a number of historic relics. You can’t take photos inside the main temple building but fine to do elsewhere. There is an exhibition of photos in front of the temple entrance describing some of it’s history. There is also a room featuring two preserved specimens of the rare and almost extinct Sword Lake turtle.
    Alinio Mascarenhas✭✭✭✭
    2 months ago
    It’s located in the middle of the lake and there is a nice walk bridge to get here. Come in the evening to take some stunning pics. Small ornate temple. Quick 10 minutr visit. Club it with the puppet show and the bus tours that start for nearby. Entry is quite cheap.
    Md Masud Sarker✭✭✭
    3 months ago
    Temple is located in the middle of the lake. You need to purchase a ticket to enter for around 30,000d at the time of this post.

    • Address: P. Đinh Tiên Hoàng, Hàng Trống, Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội 100000, Vietnam
    • Map: Click here
    • Rating: 4.4 (8489)
    • Opening hours:
      Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sunday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    • Reviews:
      Miles Macdonald✭✭✭✭✭
      a month ago
      A must visit if you’re in the area of the lake. Accessed via an attractive red wooden bridge, the island temple is home to a number of historic relics. You can’t take photos inside the main temple building but fine to do elsewhere. There is an exhibition of photos in front of the temple entrance describing some of it’s history. There is also a room featuring two preserved specimens of the rare and almost extinct Sword Lake turtle.
      Alinio Mascarenhas✭✭✭✭
      2 months ago
      It’s located in the middle of the lake and there is a nice walk bridge to get here. Come in the evening to take some stunning pics. Small ornate temple. Quick 10 minutr visit. Club it with the puppet show and the bus tours that start for nearby. Entry is quite cheap.
      Md Masud Sarker✭✭✭
      3 months ago
      Temple is located in the middle of the lake. You need to purchase a ticket to enter for around 30,000d at the time of this post.

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