Besides famous tourist destinations such as Mui Nai, Hon Phu Tu… Hang Pagoda is also a destination to attract tourists when they have the opportunity to visit the beautiful land of Ha Tien, Kien GIang. Join Ha Tien Vegas to explore Hang Pagoda, which has beautiful scenery that fascinates tourists so much!
Where is the address of Hang Pagoda in Ha Tien?
Hang Pagoda in Ha Tien, also known as Hai Son Tu Pagoda, is located close to the coast and has steep cliffs like a sea tower. Hang Pagoda is located at the foot of An Hai Son mountain, which has been eroded for thousands of years, so it has a large cave that connects to the sea. This place has waves all year round, clear blue water and long sandy beaches, bringing poetic and charming scenery.
The reason it is called Hang Pagoda is because this pagoda worships Buddha inside the cave. Hang Pagoda relic is a famous pilgrimage site loved by many tourists when coming to Kien Giang. Currently, Hang Pagoda belongs to the system of pagodas managed by the Executive Board of the Central Buddhist Sangha.
How to get to Hang Pagoda in Ha Tien
Experience going to Hang Pagoda in Ha Tien says that the pagoda is about 70km from Rach Gia city center and 38km from Ha Tien town, so from Saigon you can easily move to this pagoda in many different ways. You can depart from Saigon to Rach Gia -> follow Highway 80 about 50km -> turn left and continue 20km to reach Hon Phu Tu tourist area (Hang pagoda is located inside the tourist area). Or you can go to Ha Tien -> follow National Highway 80 -> through Kien Luong -> continue through Hon Chong port -> to Hon Phu Tu tourist area.
Learn about the history of Hang Pagoda in Ha Tien
Hang Pagoda in Ha Tien was built in the 18th century by Thai monks and fishermen who came here to settle the land. In the beginning, the pagoda did not have a name. In 1771, when the Siamese army invaded the country and withdrew in 1774, the monks followed them back to the country. Local people saw that the temple had been abandoned for a long time, so they invited a monk from Khmer to become the abbot. After that, the pagoda was built a small temple quite close to the old pagoda and named it a Thai pagoda.
In 1880, when brothers Vo Thuong Nghia and Vo Thuong Le jointly renovated the pagoda and named it Hang Pagoda, the abbot was a monk with the Buddhist name Thien Tong. From 1920 to 1975, the pagoda went through four generations of abbots and from 1999 to 2002, the pagoda was led by Venerable Thich Minh Hai and currently Venerable Thich Minh Nhan is the abbot until today.
Admire the pure beauty of Hang Pagoda in Ha Tien
Are you wondering what Hang Pagoda in Ha Tien has? The area outside the pagoda is a wild mountain, inside is a limestone cave. The cave is more than 50m long, only enough for about 3-4 people to pass through the narrowest part. The inside of the pagoda is impressive with unique images caused by seawater erosion, creating thousands of cave doors overlooking the sea.
Inside the cave is a temple located in the center. Because it is located at a depth of nearly 40m, the scene inside the cave is very dim. The area in front of the Hang Pagoda yard is a 22-ton Maitreya Buddha statue brought from Da Nang. Continuing to move to the main hall of Hang Pagoda in Ha Tien, visitors will admire the limestone mountains and towering stalactites. In particular, when you gently knock with your hand, you will hear a sound like a stone bell. The pillars are woven from limestone into beautiful stalactites.
Visiting Ha Tien Cave Pagoda, visitors will discover Diamond Cave and especially the path leading to heaven. There is also a Sleeping Buddha cave with a reclining Buddha statue and many other Buddha statues hidden in the light, making the scene more mysterious and sacred.
Hang Pagoda Festival in Ha Tien is held from April 8 to 15 of the lunar calendar. This is a big festival that attracts a large number of tourists from near and far. Unlike other temples, the Hang Pagoda festival does not have many ceremonies, no lanterns, no five-fruit tray… it is a solemn and quiet space.
Near Hang Pagoda, visitors can go about 15 minutes along the cave path to reach the cave entrance and admire the beautiful sea view. In front of you is a blue light stretching to the end of the vast sea and sky. Here visitors can relax their minds, listen to the sound of the waves and not forget to take beautiful pictures as souvenirs.
Things to note when going to Hang Ha Tien Pagoda
Below are some notes when visiting Hang Ha Tien Pagoda that you can refer to to have the most complete trip:
- Because it is a spiritual tourist destination, you should dress politely and avoid laughing and joking when visiting.
- On the full moon day, the pagoda ceremony attracts a large number of locals and tourists to burn incense and pray for good luck.
- Hang Pagoda is suitable for a day trip, so you can combine visiting Pirate Island, Phu Tu Island… which are famous places near the pagoda.
- You can arrange an incense burning ceremony at the temple.
- To learn more specifically about the history and development of Hang Pagoda, you can meet the abbot of the pagoda.
Above is the experience of visiting Hang Pagoda in Ha Tien, an interesting experience, hopefully it will help you have a memorable trip. Don’t forget to save useful Ha Tien travel information for your upcoming trip!
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