If you are traveling to Nha Trang and looking for a place to admire the panoramic view of the city or to pray for peace, Long Son Pagoda is the ideal destination for you and your family. Situated on a mountain peak, Long Son Pagoda offers a stunning view of the entire city of Nha Trang. Especially with the largest outdoor Buddha statue in Vietnam, this is a must-visit spot.
What does Long Son Pagoda offer?
As the largest pagoda in Nha Trang, Long Son Pagoda attracts many tourists for worship and sightseeing. The pagoda is also listed in the Vietnam record book for owning the largest outdoor Buddha statue in Vietnam.
Have you ever heard the saying when traveling to Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa:
Whoever visits Khanh Hoa
Should not miss Long Son, and don’t forget Thap Ba
Remember the white Buddha sitting in the sky.
Where is Long Son Pagoda located?
Long Son Pagoda, also known as White Buddha Pagoda, is located at 22 23 Thang 10 Street, Phuong Son Ward, at the foot of Trai Thuy Mountain, Nha Trang City. In this area, there are two famous pagodas, Long Son Pagoda below and Hai Duc Pagoda above. Particularly, the White Buddha Pagoda owns a pair of candles that are a Vietnamese record created by Thich Hien Chon, weighing 900kg, 3.4m tall at An Phu Pagoda (Ho Chi Minh City), and offered by monk Pham Nhat Vu.
Architectural features at Long Son Pagoda
On the right side of Long Son Pagoda, there is a path leading up the hill with 193 steps. Just like loyalty and trust in the Buddhist teachings, only through hardships can one achieve enlightenment. Pausing at the 44th step is the reclining Buddha statue, 7m long, 5m tall, with a serene face, a masterpiece, and behind it are thousands of exquisite reliefs of Bodhisattvas meditating.
About 10 steps up is the Dai Hong Chung – a bell tower 2.2m tall, weighing 1.5 tons, offered by Buddhists in Hue for the pagoda. Despite being located by the road with heavy traffic, every time the bell rings, Nha Trang becomes peaceful and majestic.
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Kim Thân Phật Tổ – The largest outdoor Buddha statue in Vietnam From Long Son Pagoda, there is a large road leading to Hai Duc Pagoda on the hill and up to the statue of Kim Thân Phật Tổ at the hilltop. The statue is built with concrete on the old foundation of Long Son Pagoda.
The Largest Buddha Statue in Vietnam at Long Son Pagoda
After passing through 193 steps of the three-tiered tower, the White Buddha of the Kim Than Phat To appeared. With a majestic and serene demeanor, amidst the heavens, with a gentle smile. The statue has a height of 24m from the ground, 21m from the base, the statue part is 14m high, the lotus platform is 7m, and the diameter of the lotus platform is 10m. Surrounding the platform are the statues of seven monks who sacrificed themselves in the fight against the regime of Ngo Dinh Diem in 1963. Among them is the portrait of the venerable Thich Quang Duc with an immortal heart that surely everyone knows about. In front of the Buddha statue are a pair of dragons, 7.20m long.
Whether coming from the North or the South, traveling by car or by train, visitors can see the majestic White Buddha of Kim Than Phat To with a compassionate heart sheltering the people of Nha Trang city. With great spiritual significance, Long Son Pagoda is a great pride of Khanh Hoa. The White Buddha statue also brings the belief that He will bring peace and harmony, creating favorable conditions. If you visit Nha Trang and do not stop by Long Son Pagoda, you may regret it. Besides Long Son Pagoda, you should also visit Ponagar Tower and the Legend of Thien Y A Na with a city tour in Nha Trang to explore the enduring beauty of this era.
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Located on Thuy Hill, Long Son Pagoda in Nha Trang is also known as Dang Long Tu. Built in the 19th century, with several renovations and a new construction in 1940, Long Son Pagoda in Nha Trang features architectural and sculptural art with a modern touch. Having existed for hundreds of years, Long Son Pagoda has become the largest pagoda among the remaining pagodas in Khanh Hoa province to this day, creating a famous beautiful landscape of the beautiful city of Nha Trang.
On the 1st and 15th of every lunar month, many visitors come to Long Son Pagoda in Nha Trang to pay homage, admire, or “seek” peace and tranquility in their souls.
Exquisite and meticulous carvings at Long Son Pagoda
In addition to the giant White Buddha statue, Long Son Pagoda in Nha Trang also features unique architecture with intricate and delicate carvings on the temple roof. The harmony between the distinctive architectural structure and the surrounding natural landscape of lush green gardens casting cool shadows and the towering mountains in the distance has made visitors feel extremely pure and cool. At this ideal height, you can easily admire the beautiful city of Nha Trang, from the sea to the vast forests and mountains, all within sight. Amidst the spiritual realm, gentle breezes carry the scent of the land and sky.
Khánh Hoà – the land of Agarwood, famous for its peaceful and serene poetic landscapes. For a long time, the spiritual colors of Buddhism have deeply influenced and adorned both the beauty of the landscape and the beauty of the people’s lives here. Long Son Pagoda in Nha Trang – a Buddhist scenic spot ranked highest in Khanh Hoa not only for its famous beauty but also for its significant influence on Buddhist beliefs for both ancient and modern Khanh Hoa.
Unique architecture and solemnity The main hall covers an area of 1670m2, designed to be airy and the Buddha statues are very solemnly arranged. In the center is the preaching statue of Buddha Shakyamuni, all Buddha statues here are made of bronze, weighing 700kg and 1.6m tall. On both sides are the statues of Bodhisattvas Avalokiteshvara and Mahasthamaprapta. This is also a place for ceremonies and rituals on important days or the 1st and 15th of every lunar month. In front of the main hall are altars with statues of Shakyamuni Buddha, Bodhisattva Maitreya, and Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara (Thousand-Hand Thousand-Eye).
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From an overall perspective, Long Son Pagoda in Nha Trang has a beautiful location, convenient for visitors. Long Son Pagoda in Nha Trang is built on a high, cool piece of land, surrounded by lush green trees, located next to a busy road and bustling streets while maintaining a deep and tranquil appearance. The rows of houses serving as schools, offices, and monasteries blend with the grand temple, forming a complete structure hidden under tall Bodhi trees, with their branches and leaves gently swaying along with the surrounding ornamental plants providing cool shade.
Guide to Long Son Pagoda
Long Son Pagoda in Nha Trang is currently located at 22 23/10 Street, Phuong Son Ward, Nha Trang City, Khanh Hoa Province. The pagoda is situated at the foot of Trai Thuy Hill, Nha Trang. If you are on Tran Phu Street, you can turn onto Yersin Street or Le Thanh Ton Street and then go straight to a large roundabout, then turn onto 23/10 Street where you will see a prominent White Buddha statue on your right, that is Long Son Pagoda.
Usually, tourists visiting Nha Trang to see the White Buddha pagoda often combine the visit with other Nha Trang tourist attractions such as the Cham Towers, Mountain Church, and Tran Phu Beach to make a well-rounded day exploring Nha Trang’s downtown tourist spots. If you are not familiar with what the Cham Towers, Mountain Church, and Tran Phu Beach have to offer, follow Cuong Du Lich.
Nearby Tourist Attractions to Long Son Pagoda
Cham Towers
Cham Towers – a famous tourist symbol of Nha Trang is a must-visit Nha Trang tourist spot that you cannot miss on your tour to explore this place. Cham Towers Nha Trang is currently located on 2/4 Square, on Tran Phu Street, Nha Trang City, Khanh Hoa Province. This is a quite unique architectural work and an iconic symbol of the city. Operating since December 22, 2008, Cham Towers Nha Trang displays images and local products to introduce the cultural beauty and promote Nha Trang tourism for the dreamy coastal city. Cham Towers is a wonderful combination of unique, avant-garde architecture and the surrounding landscape, specifically the neighboring buildings. With its predominant white color and sculptural, gentle features, Cham Towers Nha Trang is truly a beautiful and eye-catching highlight in the coastal city of Nha Trang.
With its luxurious and captivating beauty, Tram Huong Tower in Nha Trang always exudes the scent of agarwood, making it one of the iconic tourist destinations in Nha Trang, attracting visitors when visiting Nha Trang beach.
Nha Tho Nui Nha Trang
The mountain church in Nha Trang is also unique. When you travel to Nha Trang, you not only get to relax, swim in the sea, or visit the beautiful landscapes of Nha Trang, but also learn about unique historical relics. One of the historical relics not to be missed is the mountain church in Nha Trang. A unique ancient church with a Western architectural structure.
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If Saigon has the ancient Notre Dame Cathedral bearing the imprint of French architecture, Nha Trang has the mountain church. This is the oldest ancient church with an age of 80. This place has an ancient and unique, luxurious beauty. This place also has many different names. The mountain church in Nha Trang is located in the city of Nha Trang, so it is called Nha Trang church, which is the most famous name and the one most remembered by many people. Located at the intersection of Tran Phu Street, locals always call it Ngã Sáu church. Or the church is also known as the Mountain church, but the official name is the Cathedral of Christ the King.
The mountain church in Nha Trang with its unique, luxurious structure, exudes a strong Western architectural style. The solid stone blocks stand out against the lush green park landscape, rising into the vast sky. Especially, from a distance, when admiring the stone church of Nha Trang, tourists will be delighted by the symbol of the faith placed on the top of the white ivory roof of the church, eye-catching.
This Nha Trang tourist spot is located on a small Hon Mot hill next to Ngã Sáu, the center of Nha Trang city, with an area of about 4,500m² at a height of 12m above the city’s ground level. From a distance, you can already see the mountain church in Nha Trang. Because the main tower is tall, sharp, and the solemn cross pierces straight into the cool blue sky.
The front of the mountain church in Nha Trang faces North, with two ways up: one is for visitors to walk up 53 steps from Thai Nguyen Street, through the gate to reach the Stone Cave of Our Lady of Lourdes. The second way is to follow the stone-paved path from the square next to Ngã Sáu around the back to the churchyard, which is about 8m higher than the street level.
Tran Phu Beach Nha Trang
After visiting, if you still have time, you can go swimming at Tran Phu Beach, which is right in the center of Nha Trang city. Tran Phu Beach is called by the locals because this Nha Trang beach is located on Tran Phu Street. Tran Phu Street, Nha Trang (Khanh Hoa) is 12 km long, with a fan-shaped layout embracing the city, running parallel to the coast from Bao Dai stone bridge port, passing through Cai River to Bai Tien. Tourists call Tran Phu Beach Nha Trang Nha Trang Beach because it is the first impression of tourists when they arrive in Nha Trang.
Looking at Nha Trang’s Tran Phu beach, the easiest thing to notice is the abundance of resorts and hotels lining this beach, all luxurious and beautiful, with mostly Western tourists enjoying the sun. They relax, sunbathe, and soak up the golden sunshine of this coastal city. Tran Phu beach in Nha Trang attracts many tourists.
The wonderful gift of nature to Tran Phu beach in Nha Trang is its fine white sand along Tran Phu Street – Nha Trang, discovered by the French over 100 years ago. In the 1900s, the French began to take an interest in Nha Trang and focused on developing resort tourism by building luxurious hotels exclusively for the upper class.
Tran Phu beach in Nha Trang is a famous beach, attracting the most visitors when they come to Nha Trang. Located in the city center with a length of 7km, the curved beach embraces Nha Trang Bay, one of the most beautiful bays in the world. Nha Trang beach is located in Nha Trang Bay, one of the 99 most beautiful beaches voted by National Geographic magazine in November 2010.
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