Wang Han Zen Monastery and Golden Buddha in Dalat and how to visit

Description and is it worth a visit

Van Hanh Zen Monastery and Golden Buddha Statue (Thien Vien Van Hanh Monastery and Golden Buddha Statue) is one of the largest Zen monasteries in Dalat, along with Thienvien Monastery. The most remarkable thing for which tourists come here is the gilded Buddha statue towering on a hill. It is considered to be the largest statue of Shakyamuni Buddha in Dalat. It is very well located, just 3 km from the city center and it is easy to get here even on foot. A place that deserves attention and not only a statue, but also a small museum of antiques, to the right of the main temple.

The monastery was built in 1952, has been restored more than once, but has retained its original appearance. The statue of Buddha with a lotus flower, a symbol of Zen Buddhism, was erected in 2002, has a height of 24 meters and a width of 20 meters at the base. There are many other Buddha statues in the courtyard. The territory of the temple is beautiful and well-groomed.

Van Han Zen Monastery is popular with tourist groups, including Russian-speaking tourists who visit Dalat from Nha Trang or Mui Ne with excursions. In addition, pay attention to the concrete benches that are installed in front of the main gate of the monastery, there are engraved the names of those who made significant donations to the temple.

When visiting the monastery, follow the rules of wearing clothes covering the legs and shoulders. Do not talk loudly and do not make noise. Take off your shoes before entering the interior.