Quán Sứ Temple, Buddhist temple in Hoàn Kiếm district, Hanoi, Vietnam.
Quán Sứ Temple is a Buddhist sanctuary in the Hoàn Kiếm district that spans multiple connected buildings richly decorated with carved details. The complex contains several prayer halls, corridors with altars, and a bell tower that structures the religious life of the place.
The sanctuary was established in the 15th century during the Lê dynasty as a diplomatic residence for Buddhist ambassadors from Champa and Laos. Over time, the site evolved into a center of Buddhist worship and teaching in the region.
The temple serves as a gathering place for believers from across the city and a center for Buddhist teachings and practices in Hanoi. Visitors can observe monks performing daily rituals and people coming to pray and meditate.
The temple is located on Quan Su Street and is open daily for visitors, with different areas for prayer, meditation, and study. It is best to enter barefoot and with respectful behavior, as this is an active place of religious life.
The temple combines two distinct palace sections: one dedicated to Gautama Buddha, while the rear area honors Master Minh Khong from the Lý dynasty. This dual structure shows the connection between historical figures and spiritual teachings that converge here.
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