Truc Lam Zen Monastery - spiritual gem in An Giang

  • The serene beauty of Sap mountain, found in a corner of Truc Lam monastery. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
    The serene beauty of Sap mountain, found in a corner of Truc Lam monastery. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
  • An aerial view of Truc Lam Zen Monastery. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
    An aerial view of Truc Lam Zen Monastery. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
  • Visitors to Truc Lam Zen Monastery enjoy a peaceful walk while exploring the monastery. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
    Visitors to Truc Lam Zen Monastery enjoy a peaceful walk while exploring the monastery. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
  • A peaceful lake inside Truc Lam Zen Monastery. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
    A peaceful lake inside Truc Lam Zen Monastery. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
  • Truc Lam Zen Monastery overlooks Sap mountain, a famous scenic spot in Thoai Son district, An Giang. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
    Truc Lam Zen Monastery overlooks Sap mountain, a famous scenic spot in Thoai Son district, An Giang. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
  • Serene beauty of Truc Lam Zen Monastery. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
    Serene beauty of Truc Lam Zen Monastery. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
  • Truc Lam Zen Monastery, a spiritual gem lies within An Giang's natural wonders. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
    Truc Lam Zen Monastery, a spiritual gem lies within An Giang's natural wonders. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
  • The statue of Buddha meditating is placed in the middle of the main hall, symbolizing enlightenment and peace. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
    The statue of Buddha meditating is placed in the middle of the main hall, symbolizing enlightenment and peace. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
  • A quiet area reserved for monks and Buddhist followers to practice meditation in Truc Lam Monastery. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
    A quiet area reserved for monks and Buddhist followers to practice meditation in Truc Lam Monastery. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
Truc Lam Zen Monastery is one of the great spiritual destinations in the southwestern region of Vietnam, attracting many visitors due to its picturesque landscape. Located in Nui Sap town, Thoai Son district, An Giang province, about 20km from the center of Long Xuyen city, Truc Lam Zen Monastery began construction in 2017 and covers an area of 19 hectares. The architecture follows the traditional style of the Truc Lam Yen Tu Zen sect, divided into inner and outer courtyards. The inner courtyard features a 13-story pagoda on the left and a 63-meter tall statue of Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara on the right. The outer courtyard includes the main gate, main hall, ancestral house, conference hall, meditation hall, bell tower, and drum tower, all harmoniously designed within a beautiful landscape, creating an ambiance likened to a miniature Ha Long Bay in An Giang. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang

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