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