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Nghia Son Temple or Japanese Pagoda (Nghia Son Pagoda) is one of the most beautiful monasteries in Nha Trang and an underrated tourist attraction. You can only get here on your own, probably because the place is little visited. It is a large complex with various temple buildings, surrounded by flowering plants. Pleasantly surprised by the cleanliness and well-groomed territory of the temple.
The first thing that comes across on the way to the temple is a statue of the golden Buddha and a picturesque Japanese courtyard with a lake, in the center of which there is a pavilion. This place is often compared to the Japanese Kinkaku-ji temple in Kyoto. All the local buildings in the complex are made in the spirit of Japanese architecture mixed with local traditional architectural styles, so the pagoda has another name – Japanese Pagoda or Golden Pagoda. The whole area is decorated with flowers, greenery and figures of deities. It is not surprising that this place is often chosen for photo shoots.
To the side of the courtyard is a large carved tower – the burial place of the first abbot of the temple.
Useful information to visit:
- Monks organize free distribution of vegetarian dishes on the 1st and 15th of the lunar month from 10:00 to 12:00.
- Photo shoots are allowed, but observe the rules of decency when photographing: do not expose yourself, do not shout, do not litter.
- Clothes when visiting the temple should be appropriate – no bare shoulders and torso, skirts and shorts – below the knees.
🕐 Working hours
Daily, from 07:00 to 18:00.
💵Entrance fee / ticket price
Free of charge.
🚶 How to get there
Ngia Sean Temple is located 10 kilometers from the city center, you can only get here by taxi or rented transport (Nghia Sean Temple or Japanese pagoda on the map).
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