Dia Tang Phi Lai Pagoda is located in a charming landscape with a stunning mountain, brings the feeling of being lost in paradise to visitors.
Located in Ninh Trung village, Liem Son commune, Thanh Liem district, Ha Nam province. Dia Tang Phi Lang pagoda (whose ancient name is Dzung pagoda), around 70km from Hanoi, is famous for housing many sacred and historical artifacts.
The opening time: 6.30am – 6.30pm (all weekdays)
Ticket: free
The pagoda leans against the mountain and its two sides are mountain ranges. It is hidden among pine forests at the foothill and Ninh Trung Village, creating a tranquil airspace. According to Eastern feng shui, the location can be interpreted as having a dragon to the left and white tiger to the right.
The pagoda is extremely spacious inside. The layout of Dia Tang Phi Lai pagoda also is different. Those who come here at the first time will be surprised when the courtyard leading into the white gravel instead of red bricks like many other places.
In front of main chamber, twelve circles are drawn on the gravel background, featuring twelve human destinies. The statue of Bodhisattva Ksitigarbha is placed solemnly inside the chamber.
On the right of the main chamber, the ancestral hall is a worship place for 42 generations of monks of the pagoda. There is a small hall dedicated to Quan The Am (Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva), Duc Ong and Duc Thanh Hien, a housing area of monks and nuns and Buddhists followers in the pagoda, a lecture hall where Buddhist followers listen to the head of monk’s daily sermon and a guest house for tourists and those participating in retreats and experiences at the pagoda.
The pagoda is not only a sacred place of worship, but also delivers a sense of purity and comfort for the soul. For reading lovers, it is an ideal destination with numerous books. Walking on the campus to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere or trying tea cup are interesting experiences.
Visiting here at the beginning of the year, you will see the image of Dia Tang Phi Lai Tu pagoda decorated with bright fresh flowers to celebrate the traditional New Year. In addition, from September to October of the lunar calendar, the pagoda will also recreate the countryside market scene with tons of familiar items to impress travelers.
No need to go far, at Dia Tang Phi Lai Tu pagoda we can find out a feeling of peace and relief in our souls. Come here once to find a hidden corner of your soul amidst these pristine mountains and forests.
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