Ancient Chinese pagoda restored to former glory
Nghia An Hoi Quan, or Ong pagoda, one of the oldest temples in Ho Chi Minh City, was unveiled on February 13 after four years of restoration at a total cost of VND66 billion (US$3.1 million).
Built by the Chaozhou Chinese population in the 19 th century, the pagoda was recognised by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism as a national architectural and artistic relic site on July 27, 1993.
Noteworthy for its gilded woodwork, the pagoda is dedicated to Guan Yu, known as Quan Cong, a general who lived during the Han dynasty.
Over the past time, its monks and nuns have actively responded to charity activities, reaching out to the poor and talent across the city.