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Tran Quoc Pagoda
Sight4.4 · 46 7194.2 · 1 192≈ 38 minFree entry2.8 km from the center
Hanoi's oldest Buddhist pagoda, founded in the 6th century during the reign of Emperor Ly Nam De on a small islet in West Lake. Its centrepiece is a striking 15-metre, 11-storey red stupa holding precious white stone statues of Amitabha Buddha in every niche. Nearby stands a sacred bodhi tree grown from a cutting taken from the original tree in Bodh Gaya under which the Buddha attained enlightenment.
Highlights
- 11-tier red stupa with Amitabha Buddha statues
- Sacred bodhi tree grown from Bodh Gaya cutting
- Sunset views across the waters of West Lake
Opening hours
| Mon | 07:30 – 11:00, 13:30 – 17:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 07:30 – 11:00, 13:30 – 17:00 |
| Wed | 07:30 – 11:00, 13:30 – 17:00 |
| Thu | 07:30 – 11:00, 13:30 – 17:00 |
| Fri | 07:30 – 11:00, 13:30 – 17:00 |
| Sat | 07:30 – 11:00, 13:30 – 17:00 |
| Sun | 07:30 – 11:00, 13:30 – 17:00 |
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