Ancient Hang Pagoda on Sam mountainside

  • The pagoda grounds are surrounded by greenery, creating a sense of tranquility. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
    The pagoda grounds are surrounded by greenery, creating a sense of tranquility. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
  • The pagoda grounds are surrounded by greenery, creating a sense of tranquility. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
    The pagoda grounds are surrounded by greenery, creating a sense of tranquility. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
  • The pagoda is covered with rows of red tile roofs, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
    The pagoda is covered with rows of red tile roofs, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
  • Visitors at Hang Pagoda. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
    Visitors at Hang Pagoda. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
  • The cave system under Hang Pagoda. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
    The cave system under Hang Pagoda. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
  • The courtyard of Hang Pagoda overlooks rice fields at the foot of Sam mountain. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
    The courtyard of Hang Pagoda overlooks rice fields at the foot of Sam mountain. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
  • Buddha statues at Hang Pagoda. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
    Buddha statues at Hang Pagoda. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
  • Spaces between stones in the cave under Hang Pagoda are adorned with Buddha statues for worship. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
    Spaces between stones in the cave under Hang Pagoda are adorned with Buddha statues for worship. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
  • The stone steps from the foot of Sam mountain to Hang Pagoda. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
    The stone steps from the foot of Sam mountain to Hang Pagoda. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
  • A statue of Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva is placed on the rock wall inside the cave under Hang Pagoda. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
    A statue of Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva is placed on the rock wall inside the cave under Hang Pagoda. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
  • Statues of the four Guardian Deities looking down at the foot of Sam mountain. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
    Statues of the four Guardian Deities looking down at the foot of Sam mountain. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang

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Ancient Hang Pagoda on Sam mountainside
03/13/2026 08:26 | TTXVN
Hang Pagoda (also known as Phuoc Dien pagoda), located halfway up the western slope of the Sam mountain historical and scenic area (Vinh Te ward, An Giang province), is one of the typical ancient pagodas of An Giang province, built nearly 200 years ago. The pagoda is nestled against Sam mountainside, surrounded by lush greenery and towering rocks, creating a sacred and serene atmosphere. With a system of 44 attractions and harmonious, exquisite architecture, Hang Pagoda is not only a famous spiritual destination but also a national historical and cultural relic, contributing to preserving the unique cultural and religious values ​​of the Bay Nui region. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang

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