Spiritual tourism is gradually becoming a trend of many tourists. This is a type of tourism that has both met the elements of landscape discovery, combined with understanding and experiencing culture, beliefs and spirituality. One of the prominent places in this type is . Let’s explore the spiritual tourist spot in the South of Tam Dao to see what it has to offer.
Where is Thanh Lanh Pagoda?
Thanh Lanh Pagoda is located on a hill in Thanh Lanh village, Trung My commune, Binh Xuyen district, Vinh Phuc province. Thanh Lanh Pagoda is also known as Thanh Luong Pagoda. The temple was started, built in the early 17th century.
Thanh Lanh Pagoda was built on a prime location. On the right is Thanh Lanh lake, which is full of water all year round. On the left is the Trung So mountain range with overlapping mountains. From Thanh Lanh pagoda, looking out into the distance, there are villages with stalls, rice fields with wings of storks flying.
If tourists are looking for a spiritual tourist destination, combined with relaxation, Thanh Lanh Pagoda is an ideal choice. With a quiet space, lying on the mountain, quiet among the natural mountains. Guests will feel the peace and relaxation. The hustle and bustle of life will be left behind the temple gate.
History of Thanh Lanh Pagoda
Thanh Lanh Pagoda has a lifespan of up to hundreds of years. The temple has witnessed many ups and downs in history, including 2 wars that have made the temple degraded, leaving only the foundation. In 2008, people in the area mobilized Buddhists and people to generate merit to restore the Main Temple.
By 2012, the temple had an abbot to manage the temple. After that, many large projects were built such as: Monk house, lecture hall, etc. The architecture of the temple is in harmony with the overall and natural landscape. Thanh Lanh Pagoda has both dignified and generous features and shows closeness to the community. The temple is the spiritual and religious address for people in the region and tourists from all over the world to worship and visit.
Source: Collected internet.