Linh Ung Pagoda Da Nang: A sacred site in the midst of magnificent nature

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Linh Ung Pagoda is the place to find your inner peace (Source: Collected)

Linh Ung Pagoda is an ideal religious attraction in Da Nang. Here, visitors can find inner peace in the midst of a pure sacred place. In fact, Linh Ung is actually a system of three pagodas, forming a spiritual “triangle” and attracting a large number of tourists from all over the world to visit and admire the scenery.

1. Linh Ung Pagoda Son Tra Peninsula – A famous spiritual destination

Linh Ung Pagoda Son Tra Peninsula (also known as Linh Ung Pagoda Bai But) was built in 2004 and is an architectural work of great cultural and artistic values in the coastal city of Da Nang.

• Address: Bai But area, Tho Quang ward, Son Tra district, Da Nang
• Ticket price: Free
• Opening hours: 6 am – 9 pm

Linh Ung Bai But Pagoda is a work of great cultural and artistic values (Source: Collected)

1.1. How to get to Linh Ung Bai But Pagoda?

This pagoda is about 10 kilometers away from the city center. To get here, you can choose from many different means of transport such as taxis, cars, motorbikes, etc. From the Dragon Bridge, you can follow Vo Van Kiet street leading to the beach. Turn left onto Vo Nguyen Giap street, then go straight along Hoang Sa street to reach the pagoda.

1.2. Some highlights of the pagoda in Son Tra Peninsula

1.2.1. Exquisite architecture

Linh Ung Pagoda Son Tra Peninsula is the largest among the three pagodas of the same name in Da Nang. It has an area of ​​about 20 hectares and includes many large structures such as towers, halls, monasteries, etc.

The pagoda was built with extremely sophisticated architecture. The main hall has a dragon-shaped roof surrounded by sturdy pillars, while the statues are meticulously carved. This is a harmonious combination between the traditional Asian architecture and the sophisticated contemporary architecture.

This Linh Ung Pagoda has extremely sophisticated architecture (Source: Collected)

1.2.2. The tallest Lady Buddha statue in Vietnam

At Linh Ung Pagoda Son Tra Peninsula, visitors will be surprised with this statue of up to 67 meters high – equivalent to a 30-storey building. The statue faces the sea, holding a pitcher of nectar in one hand, and holding the samadhi seal in the other. Inside the statue are 17 floors, each has 21 smaller Buddha statues. The statue of Lady Buddha Da Nang sitting on a giant lotus platform has created a majestic and sacred atmosphere for the pagoda.

1.2.3. Beautiful natural landscape

At Linh Ung Pagoda Son Tra Peninsula, you will be immersed in a quiet and peaceful space. The combination of the pagoda, the sea, and the mountains have made a beautiful natural landscape. The air in the pagoda is also very cool thanks to the large space and big trees. From the pagoda, you can enjoy the full view of the mountains, sky, sea and the beautiful city of Da Nang.

The statue of Lady Buddha Da Nang is the tallest of its kind in Vietnam (Source: Collected)

2. Linh Ung Pagoda Marble Mountain – One of the most ancient pagodas in Da Nang

Linh Ung Pagoda Marble Mountain is the oldest among the three pagodas of the same name in Da Nang. It is located on the top of Water Mountain – the most beautiful mountain in the Marble Mountain complex.

• Address: Water Mountain, Hoa Hai ward, Ngu Hanh Son district, Da Nang
• Ticket price: VND 15,000/adult, VND 5,000/student (about $0.7 and 0.3, respectively)
• Opening hours: 6:30 am – 5:30 pm

2.1. Directions to reach the pagoda with ease

This pagoda is about 10 kilometers southeast of the city center. To get here, you can also choose from many different means of transport such as taxis, cars, motorbikes, etc. From the Dragon Bridge, go onto Vo Van Kiet street and turn left onto Ngo Quyen street. Continue on to Tran Thi Ly roundabout, then go straight to the pagoda.

Linh Ung Pagoda is only a few miles away from the city center (Source: Collected)

2.2. What to explore at Linh Ung Pagoda Marble Mountain?

2.2.1. The large number of Buddha statues

Linh Ung Pagoda Marble Mountain has many ancient Buddha statues. Right in the courtyard is a white Buddha statue of up to 10 meters high. Inside, there is a 7-storey tower of up to 28 meters high. Inside the tower are nearly 200 Buddha statues. This tower is home to the largest number of stone statues in Vietnam.

As soon as you step into the main hall, you will admire the very majestic statues of Shakyamuni Buddha, Amitabha Buddha, and Maitreya Buddha. On the two sides of the main hall are statues of Stratum Bodhisattva and Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva. In the middle of the hall are statues of Manjushri Bodhisattva and Samantabhadra Bodhisattva.

2.2.2. Peaceful space and beautiful natural scenery

At Linh Ung Pagoda Marble Mountain, you will be immersed in a mystical and extremely sacred space. The pagoda is surrounded by green trees and has extremely fresh air. Strolling in the pagoda, admiring its unique architecture and enjoying its pure beauty will surely help visitors get rid of all their worries and fatigue. This is also a place to pray for peace and luck for many tourists from all over the world.

You can pray for peace and luck at Linh Ung Pagoda Vietnam (Source: Collected)

3. Notes for sightseeing and worshiping at Linh Ung Pagoda Vietnam

The two Linh Ung pagodas in Da Nang are all places of spiritual tourism, so you should pay some attention when visiting them. Specifically:

• Choose non-revealing formal outfits, avoid wearing shorts or tank-tops.
• Keep your voice down inside the pagoda, walk softly and mind the properties of the pagodas.
• Linh Ung pagodas in Da Nang are often located on mountains, therefore, you should wear a pair of flat shoes instead of choosing high heels.
• Bring necessary items such as sunscreen, hats, umbrellas, foods and drinks, etc.
• If you choose to travel by motorbike, you should check the vehicle carefully before departure, especially for the brakes. This is because the roads to the pagodas often have many sharp turns.
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You should wear non-revealing outfits to Linh Ung Pagoda (Source: Collected)

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As spiritual tourism in Da Nang is more and more developed, Linh Ung Pagoda is one of the outstanding places contributing to such development. This is also a place where visitors can find their inner peace, relax and explore the sacred and unique architectural works along with the beautiful surrounding scenery.