Vinh Nghiem Pagoda is believed to be the largest temple in Ho Chi Minh City. It was built in 1971 with funds from the Japan-Vietnam Friendship Association. The centerpiece of the temple is the eight-story pagoda, which is the tallest in the city. There are Buddha images on each side of the pagoda.
Vinh Nghiem Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh City
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Vinh Nghiem Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh Cityhttp://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Chua_Vinh_Nghiem.jpgnttThere is also another smaller tower at Vinh Nghiem Pagoda which is 16 feet (5 meters) tall. It is built of concrete but made to look like granite. A large main building is approached by stairs leading to five huge lacquered doors. The walls of the building are lined with painting of scriptural scenes. At the main altar is a huge seated Buddha. Behind the sanctuary is a room with photographs of the departed. There is also a statue of the goddess Quan Am.
Location
339 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia St, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City.More information for visiting Vietnam
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