Ba Vang Pagoda in Quang Ninh is famous and sacred (Source: Collectibles)
Besides the places of Ha Long Bay, Co To Island…, traveling to Ba Vang Pagoda is now a journey not to be missed when traveling to Quang Ninh. Let’s explore this extremely famous spiritual tourist destination through the article below.
1. Overview of Ba Vang Pagoda
1.1. Where to visit Ba Vang Pagoda?
Ba Vang Pagoda (also known as Bao Quang Tu) is located halfway up Thanh Dang mountain, Quang Trung ward, Uong Bi city, Quang Ninh province. The pagoda is located on a very beautiful location at an altitude of 340m, the front is a long river, the back is leaning against the mountain and the two sides are pine forests stretching green.
Traveling to Ba Vang Pagoda is to come to the sacred and mysterious Buddha land built in a position full of long river elements in front, high mountains behind, Thanh Long and Bach Ho on both sides. beautiful scenery captivates people’s hearts.
Great location of Ba Vang Pagoda (source: Collected)
1.2. History of Ba Vang Pagoda
The pagoda was built in At Dau year 1706, under the reign of King Le Du Tong. Over time with the destruction of nature and war, Ba Vang Pagoda has become ruins. In 1988, the pagoda was embellished and restored with wood. In 1993, the pagoda was rebuilt. Most of the relics of the old temple are no longer there, only a stone incense tree, a spiritual stele of the Zen master and pillars supporting the foot of the pillar remain.
Over the years, the pagoda has been restored and embellished many times. In January 2011, to meet the needs of many monks and nuns, Buddhists and Buddhists to propagate Buddhism, Ba Vang Pagoda was once again started construction on a large scale, spacious and beautiful. Today, the pagoda has become one of the attractive tourist attractions in Quang Ninh that tourists must definitely visit.
The temple worships Buddha, Mother and Ong. In the temple, there are many wooden statues placed in different positions such as Guanyin Bodhisattva, Amitabha Buddha, Tam Bao, Tam The, Ong Thien, Ong Evil…
Image of Ba Vang Pagoda in Quang Ninh (source: Collected)
1.3. What is special about the architecture of Ba Vang Pagoda?
When traveling to Ba Vang Pagoda in Quang Ninh, you will see unique architectures such as:
- Amitabha Buddha statue: made of wood, it is known as the largest and most beautiful in the North of Vietnam.
The system of dharma statues in the temple is made of wood of large size (Source: Collectibles)
- A series of superficial statues over 2m high: such as Tam The statue, Quan Am statue…
- The statue of Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva is 10.8m high: located on a 2.8m high lotus, weighing up to 80 tons. The statue is made of monolithic granite and carved by skillful hands of Vietnamese artisans.
The majestic white stone statue of Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva is 10.8m high (Source: VOV)
- Giant water well, year-round never dries up: associated with the legend, anyone who can drink a sip of water from this well will eliminate all diseases, and have long-lasting and perfect health to old age.
- Lau Chuong, Floor Drum: with extremely sophisticated and meticulous carved patterns. You can drop your soul into the pure and contemplative space at the sacred Buddha door.
Ba Vang Pagoda also has works such as teaching area, hall, library, bell tower which are designed in harmony and continuity to create favorable conditions for monks to practice their religion as well as for Buddhists to come to the temple to worship Buddha (Source: Suu Tu). range)
2. The most detailed A – Z experience of traveling to Ba Vang Pagoda from A – Z for you
Here is a summary of Ba Vang Pagoda travel experience for you:
2.1. The right time to visit Ba Vang Pagoda
The most appropriate time to visit Ba Vang Pagoda in Quang Ninh is at the opening of the pagoda festival on the 8th day of the first lunar month and the Chrysanthemum Festival held on the 9th day of the 9th lunar month. This is the ancient Vietnamese New Year, called Trung Duong New Year or Chrysanthemum Festival.
Besides, Ba Vang Pagoda often organizes retreats every month. Young people will listen to the teachers and abbot of Giang Phap Pagoda. Help you to form your personality, beautiful soul and solid psychological foundation when facing difficulties in the future. At the same time, this activity also contributes to preserving the good cultural values of the nation.
It is recommended to visit Ba Vang Pagoda on the occasion of the Chrysanthemum Festival (source: Collected)
2.2. Means of transportation when traveling to Ba Vang Pagoda
If you choose to visit Ba Vang Pagoda , you do not have to worry about transportation. However, self-sufficient visitors to Ba Vang Pagoda can choose the following means of transport:
- Public transport: all bus stations in Hanoi (Yen Nghia, Nuoc Ngam, My Dinh, Luong Yen…) have the route Hanoi – Uong Bi (about 100,000 VND/way). After arriving in Uong Bi city, you can travel by motorbike taxi or taxi to Ba Vang Pagoda (about 50,000 VND/time).
- Personal vehicle: “Riding” by motorbike is a very interesting experience, the route Hanoi – Uong Bi is also quite simple. You can move in the direction of Chuong Duong bridge – Bac Ninh – Highway 18 to reach Uong Bi city. From here, you will easily find the way to Ba Vang Pagoda by using Google Map or asking the locals.
Motorcycle – A vehicle chosen by young people with the advantage of being convenient when traveling, taking the initiative in time (Source: Collectibles)
2.4. What should be noted when traveling to Ba Vang Pagoda in Quang Ninh?
Preparing to travel to Ba Vang Pagoda
- Dress politely, discreetly, lightly, if you do not wear it correctly, you will be reminded by the temple management staff and not be allowed to go through the temple gate.
- Should wear flat shoes or sports shoes that are firm and comfortable. It is not recommended to wear high heels because the sightseeing time is very long and there are many places to visit.
- It is advisable to change change at home in advance to facilitate going to ceremonies, praying…
What to pray for when traveling to Ba Vang Pagoda? A large number of tourists hold a ceremony to pray for health and peace at Ba Vang Pagoda (Source: Collectibles)
Note when visiting and worshiping at Ba Vang Pagoda
- Park your vehicle in the right place, and follow the instructions of the temple.
- Do not use impolite or loud language. Speak softly, calmly and politely.
- Do not jostle or push when walking. Please help, lift the elderly and children.
- Do not bring weapons, explosives, narcotics, addictive substances, depraved cultural products and other materials that have not been censored and authorized by the temple.
- Do not enter the areas with the Forbidden sign and the monks and nuns’ inner sanctuaries.
- Do not arbitrarily litter in the temple premises.
- Absolutely do not arbitrarily ring bells, drums and sacred instruments of the temple.
Attention should be paid to maintaining order, hygiene and proper behavior during the visit to the temple (Source: Collectibles)
- Do not place money indiscriminately. The offerings must be dignified, the money offered to the Three Jewels must be put in the merit box or at the table to record the merit.
- Do not break branches, pick flowers, climb trees, draw graffiti… to preserve the overall landscape of the temple.
- It is forbidden to beg, divination, distribute leaflets, buy and sell, change money… in the temple premises.
- Tourist groups need a guide to explain the correct information about the temple.
- Men and women do not laugh, tease, flirt, hug or kiss.
- If you want to shop, you should ask the locals for reputable shops with good prices.
Visitors should comply with the regulations when visiting and performing ceremonies at Ba Vang Pagoda (source: Collectibles)
2.5. What to eat at Ba Vang Pagoda?
If you have no experience going to Ba Vang Pagoda and still wonder what to eat, please refer to the following dishes:
- Grilled squid: delicious and attractive flavor is made from fresh squid in Ha Long, pounded by hand and mixed with spices to make grilled squid.
Quang Ninh squid cake is one of the famous dishes that you should definitely try (Source: Collectibles)
- Yen Tu apricot wine: Apricot wine here is delicious for free. Alcohol also has many good health effects such as: reducing anxiety and stress, treating intestinal diseases, providing nutrients for the nervous system, insomnia …
Yen Tu apricot wine specialty (source: Collected)
- Chicken on Tien Yen hill: chickens are raised naturally in the garden, run to find food by themselves, due to a lot of exercise, the meat is very firm, the meat is juicy.
- I’m bored: similar to clam, but much sweeter in taste.
Source: Collected internet.