Giac Vien Pagoda

Giac Vien Pagoda: A Hidden Spiritual Gem in Ho Chi Minh City 📍 Lac Long Quan | Open Daily, Dawn to Dusk | Free Entry Tucked away in a labyrinth of narrow alleys, Giac Vien Pagoda is a lesser-known yet historically significant temple in Ho Chi Minh City. Established in the late 18th century, this […]

Giac Lam Pagoda

Giac Lam Pagoda: Ho Chi Minh City’s Oldest Buddhist Temple 📍 118 Lac Long Quan | Open Daily, Dawn to Dusk | Free Entry Nestled along Lac Long Quan Street, just a few hundred meters northeast of its intersection with Le Dai Hanh, Giac Lam Pagoda is a historical and spiritual landmark in Ho Chi […]

Northern Outskirts of Cho Lon

Exploring the Northern Outskirts of Cho Lon Beyond the bustling streets of Cho Lon, in Districts 10 and 11, lie two of Ho Chi Minh City’s oldest and most atmospheric pagodas—Giac Lam Pagoda and Giac Vien Pagoda. These historic temples are steeped in spiritual significance and traditional Vietnamese Buddhist architecture, offering visitors a peaceful retreat […]