Visiting ancient Tu Hieu pagoda in Hue city
VOV.VN -Located in a pine forest, Tu Hieu pagoda in Thuy Xuan ward in Hue city in the central province of Thua Thien Hue has drawn visitors to its unique architecture and tranquil atmosphere.
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Entrance to the pagoda |
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Tam Quan gate at Tu Hieu pagoda. |
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The pagoda, a symbol of filial piety, was established in 1843 by venerable Nhat Dinh. |
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Venerable Nhat Dinh’s tomb |
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The pagoda boasts beautiful natural scenery and a poetic landscape. The ambiance here is very peaceful. |
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Unique and traditional architecture of Tu Hieu pagoda. |
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The main sanctum is the place to worship ancestors. |
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A golden star fruit tree that’s more than one hundred years old, still stands. |
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Tombs of mandarins of Nguyen dynasty, who have contributed to building the pagoda. |
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This is the place where Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh has gone to as a convalescent home. |
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The unique architecture, romantic landscape and peaceful setting attracts countless local and foreign visitors. |