Thanh Pagoda in Lang Son is a famous spiritual tourist destination chosen by tourists everywhere to visit and worship Buddha. The ancient and sacred Pagoda has been preserved for hundreds of years, becoming a unique attraction for tourists worldwide. In particular, this temple is classified as a national historical relic with high historical and spiritual value. If you have the opportunity to visit Lang Son, do not miss the opportunity to have exciting experiences with the ancient Thanh Pagoda.
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Where is Thanh Pagoda in Lang Son?
Thanh Pagoda is located on Hung Vuong Street, Lang Son City. The Pagoda was built in the 15th century under Le So. Previously, the Pagoda was called Huong Lam Tu, then renamed Dien Khanh Tu and Tuan Khanh Tu. Finally, the Pagoda regained its old name, Dien Khanh Tu. However, to the people here, the Pagoda has a much closer name, Chua Thanh, located next to the ancient citadel (Vietnamese means Thành Cổ).
You can move from Hanoi to Lang Son by bus or motorbike. Then ask for directions to Thanh Pagoda. Because the Pagoda is located right in Lang Son city, it is pretty easy to find. You can also buy a tour to travel to Lang Son at the tour companies to visit the Thanh Pagoda. If moving from Hanoi, you follow National Highway 1A to Hanoi – Bac Giang highway. Then go to Hung Vuong Street, move to the foot of Ky Cung bridge.
Unique things at Thanh Pagoda in Lang Son
Thanh Pagoda is a superficial temple with awe-inspiring artistic architecture in the shapes of two Chinese characters: (工) and (国). The Pagoda is associated with the legend of the Bronze Pillar. And famously registered in the Guinness World Record as the temple with the most bronze monolithic statues in Vietnam.
Legend associated with Thanh Pagoda
This legend originates from the Hai Ba Trung uprising event. When Ma Vien ordered the construction of a bronze column, there were characters on it that meant if this column broke, the country would have lost. Since then, people in the area who passed by have thrown a stone at the foot of the pillar. For a long time, the stone covered the copper column.
In 1271, Kublai Khan wanted King Tran Thanh Tong to visit and show them the old bronze column. The King reverently replied that the Copper Pillar had long since been lost. Kublai Khan was about to use a bronze pole to attack our country, but because of that, there was no excuse.
During the Ly Tran dynasty, the imperial court built the resting place of the Chinese envoys. This place is located next to the old copper column. The people at that time also built a temple next to this building, named Huong Lam Tu, later changed to Dien Khanh Tu. Thus, the history of the formation of the Pagoda has been associated with the famous bronze pillar legend a hundred years ago.
The temple has the largest number of monolithic bronze statues in Vietnam
Thanh Pagoda currently has 53 monolithic bronze statues. In 2007, the Pagoda officially entered the Guinness World Records list with “The temple with the most bronze monolithic statues in Vietnam.” All of these statues are delicately and perfectly sculpted. Meet the highest standards of perfection and are highly vivid. The scene of the upper palace is therefore incredibly majestic and carries a solid religious-spiritual atmosphere.
Besides, Thanh Pagoda is also listed in the Vietnam Book of Records VIETKINGS. It is the temple that releases flower lanterns to pray for peace the most in Vietnam. During the Vesak ceremony on the evening of May 18, 2008, the presiding officers and Buddhists together celebrated the Buddha’s Birthday with 10,000 Lanterns. And floating on the Ky Cung river creates an indescribably beautiful spiritual picture. These are the wishes of peace for all things in the world. To transmit and give away the best wishes of goodwill.
The special ancient architecture of Thanh Pagoda
Thanh Pagoda has a famous architecture in the shapes of two Chinese characters: (工) and (国). The Pagoda consists of 08 large and small compartments with superficial pavilions. Thanks to the restoration and restoration, the temple has kept its majesty and its unique architecture to this day.
Tam Quan designed a stack of matches in layers with 24 roofs, roof tiles, and curved blades. The pagoda roof is delicately carved with a phoenix head and four mascots such as Long – Ly – Quy – Phuong. The pillars in the temple are all made of ironwood, 9m high and meticulously carved according to Asian architecture. The temple door is carved like a picture of the four quarters.
Thanh Pagoda is an attractive Lang Son spiritual tourist destination that you should not ignore. A small note, that when visiting or worshiping at the temple, you should wear dignified clothes. It is best to wear long pants and a discreet top. Do not wear short skirts, shorts, or other garments that are not suitable for the spiritual atmosphere at the temple. The Pagoda is a peaceful place where Buddhist monks and nuns come to pay their respects to Buddha. So choosing the right outfit is quite essential.
Besides Tam Thanh pagoda, Tien pagoda, Dong Dang model temple, Thanh pagoda is also an attractive spiritual tourist destination when coming to Lang Son. If you are planning to visit Lang Son Province, add Chua Thanh to your to-do list.
