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Dieu De Pagoda – one of the most sacred relic sites in Hue (Source: Collected)
During your trip to the tranquil and beautiful city of Hue, tourists should not miss out on the opportunity to visit Dieu De Pagoda. As one of Hue’s oldest Buddhist pagodas, this relic site’s distinctive architecture always leaves a lasting impression on visitors. Read on to discover some fascinating facts about this Buddhist monument in Hue.
1. Where is Dieu De Pagoda in Hue?
- Location: No. 100B, Bach Dang Street, Phu Cat Ward, Hue City, Thua Thien Hue Province
- Opening hours: 7.00 am – 7.30 pm everyday
- Entry fee: Free
Owning a prime location near Dong Ba River, Dieu De Pagoda can be easily reached from any part of the city. There are numerous means of transportation that tourists can choose from to move to this ancient pagoda, such as car, bike and motorbike.
It will take you approximately 15 minutes on average to travel from the city center of Hue to Dieu De Pagoda by car or motorbike if the streets are slightly crowded. Going by bike is also a viable option if you want to combine sightseeing with exercising to improve your health.
Visiting Dieu De Pagoda offers tourists an opportunity to see the locals practicing their beliefs (Source: Collected)
2. Learn about the long-standing history of Dieu De Pagoda
Under the Nguyen Dynasty, Dieu De Pagoda was once a splendid garden house where Prince Mien Tong, son of King Minh Mang, was born. After the Prince succeeded the throne of his father, he decided to construct Dieu De Pagoda on a 5000-square-meter platform of his former home with a view to praying for health and fortune for his people. The king mobilized 600 soldiers to build the pagoda on a massive scale, and the construction was finished in 1844.
Praying at Dieu De Pagoda Hue, Vietnam (Source: Collected)
When King Ham Nghi was defeated by the French in May 1885, the Nam Trieu government was forced to live and work at this pagoda; however, most of the pagoda’s buildings were damaged and destroyed in a war two years later. In the year 1889, King Thanh Thai allocated a large amount of money and human resources to restore the pagoda but could not preserve its original scale. Until now, although Dieu De Pagoda has experienced numerous restorations, the old architecture of the Nguyen Dynasty is still preserved.
3. Admire the prominent architectural features of Dieu De Pagoda
Declared as one of the three national pagodas in Hue by Emperor Thieu Tri and restored throughout the reign of the Nguyen Dynasty, Dieu De Pagoda is an extraordinary structure still retaining some special characteristics of the Nguyen Dynasty’s royal architectural aesthetics. The pagoda is famous for its four low towers, including two bell towers, one drum tower, and one steel tower.
The main entrance of Dieu De Pagoda (Source: Collected)
Entering the main sanctuary of Dieu De Pagoda, which is called “Dai Giac”, you will be greeted by magnificently adorned interiors. In addition, there are numerous altars with exquisite engravings, not to mention precious artifacts displayed inside. The focal points of this pagoda’s design are its wooden frames and ironwood columns. Constructors join the frames to make a sturdy structure that is carved beautifully and meticulously.
4. Top 3 must-visit tourist attractions near Dieu De Pagoda Hue
4.1. Thien Mu Pagoda
- Address: Nguyen Phuc Nguyen Street, Huong Long Ward, Hue City, Thua Thien Hue Province
- Opening hours: 8.00 am – 6.00 pm everyday
- Entrance fee: Free
The Thien Mu Pagoda is undeniably the most well-known pagoda in the beautiful city of Hue. Constructed in 1601 by Lord Nguyen Hoang, the first Lord of the Kingdom of Annam, the pagoda stands out for its impressive architecture and holiness. Visiting Thien Mu Pagoda, tourists have the opportunity to not only experience the traditional spiritual events of local people but also enjoy the tranquil atmosphere here and comfortably admire the picturesque view of the Perfume River.
Thien Mu Pagoda is a splendid pagoda in Vietnam (Source: Collected)
4.2. Hue Imperial Citadel
- Address: 23/8 Street, Thuan Hoa Ward, Hue City, Thua Thien Hue Province
- Opening hours: 7.00 am – 6.00 pm
- Entrance fee: 150,000 VND/ adult and 30,000 VND/child
Hue Imperial Citadel, being constructed from the early 19th century to the first half of the 20th century, is one of the most notable relics belonging to the Complex of Hue Monuments, which was recognized as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site in 1993. After hundreds of years, the Hue Imperial Citadel still preserves many unique imprints of feudalism from the Nguyen Dynasty. If you are enthusiastic about Vietnamese ancient architecture and the history of the nation, Hue Imperial Citadel is an ideal destination for you to explore.
The magnificent Hue Imperial Citadel (Source: Collected)
4.3. Khai Dinh Tomb
- Address: Chau Chau Hamlet, Hue City, Thua Thien Hue Province
- Opening hours: 7.00 am – 5.00 pm
- Entrance fee: 100,000 VND/adult and 20,000/child
Khai Dinh Tomb is renowned for its special architecture, which is a distinctive blend of traditional and contemporary East-West architectural styles. Although the Khai Dinh Tomb is smaller than other king tombs in Hue, it required more financial resources and time to construct as most of the materials used to construct the tomb, including iron, steel, cement, and Ardoise tile which were imported from France and Japan.
Khai Dinh Tomb is the smallest but most expensive among Nguyen Royal Tombs (Source: Collected)
In addition to visiting Dieu De Pagoda in Hue, it is highly suggested that you spend time exploring some nearby tourist attractions, such as Hoi An and Da Nang. When you are in Hoi An, you should not miss out on the opportunity to explore VinWonders Nam Hoi An. VinWonders Nam Hoi An is an amusement park offering all sorts of exciting activities in its 5 subdivisions:
- Adventure Land: A location where visitors looking for adventure can test their bravery by participating in heart-pounding games.
- Island of Folk Culture: A spot that vividly recreates a Vietnamese traditional craft village and displays architectural elements of different regions in Vietnam
- Water World: An aquatic paradise for kids, families, and friends, with slides and pools, as well as 11 exciting games to keep you cool this summer.
- Harbor Corner: This place offers tourists the opportunity to immerse themselves in a space of contrasting cultural elements from the past to the present, from the east to the west.
- River Safari: Vietnam’s first and largest river safari, with over 50 species and 550 individual animals
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Dieu De Pagoda is one of the must-visit tourist attractions in Hue, Vietnam because of its extraordinary architecture. Visitors to the pagoda have an opportunity to escape from the bustling daily life and immerse in the serene spiritual atmosphere. If you are planning a trip to Vietnam, make sure to include this location in your itinerary!
