The Complex of Yen Tu Monuments and Landscape

The Yen Tu complex encompasses multiple pagodas, temples, and shrines across a mountainous terrain that reaches an elevation of 1,068 meters.

Emperor Tran Nhan Tong established the Truc Lam Zen Buddhist sect at this location during the 13th century, marking a significant point in Vietnamese religious history.

The site contains over 3,000 ancient woodblocks with Buddhist texts in Chinese and Nom script, preserving centuries of religious literature and teachings.

Visitors can reach the complex via regular bus services from Hanoi or Haiphong, with the journey taking approximately three hours by road.

The Vinh Nghiem Pagoda houses an extensive collection of Buddhist statues and serves as the first training institute for monks and nuns in Vietnam.

GPS coordinates: 21.07680,106.71900

Latest update: March 5, 2025 04:58