The Serene Ten Thousand Buddha Pagoda: A Spiritual Retreat in Ho Chi Minh City
Explore the Ten Thousand Buddha Pagoda, a serene gem in Ho Chi Minh City, blending rich Buddhist culture with stunning architectural beauty.
Discover the Ten Thousand Buddha Pagoda, a tranquil haven in Ho Chi Minh City, where spirituality and stunning architecture blend seamlessly, offering tourists a unique glimpse into Buddhist culture and art.
A brief summary to Ten Thousand Buddha Pagoda
- 66/14 Nghĩa Thục, Ho Chi Minh City, Phường 5, District 5, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City, 70000, VN
- Monday 7 am-7 pm
- Tuesday 7 am-7 pm
- Wednesday 7 am-7 pm
- Thursday 7 am-7 pm
- Friday 7 am-7 pm
- Saturday 7 am-7 pm
- Sunday 7 am-7 pm
Local tips
- Visit early in the morning to avoid crowds and enjoy a peaceful atmosphere.
- Dress modestly to respect the sacred nature of the site.
- Take your time to explore the intricate details of each Buddha statue.
- Engage with local monks for a deeper understanding of their practices.
- Don't forget to bring your camera – the architecture is stunning!
Getting There
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Walking
If you are already in the central area of Ho Chi Minh City, you can walk to Ten Thousand Buddha Pagoda. Head towards Le Van Sy Street. From there, take a right on To Hien Thanh Street and continue straight until you reach the intersection with Nghia Thuc Street. Turn left onto Nghia Thuc Street, and continue walking until you reach number 66/14, which is the pagoda entrance.
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Public Bus
To reach Ten Thousand Buddha Pagoda using public transport, find a bus stop near you. Take Bus No. 7 or Bus No. 8, which will take you towards District 5. Get off at the 'Nguyen Tri Phuong' stop. From there, walk down Nguyen Tri Phuong Street until you reach the intersection with Nghia Thuc Street. Turn right onto Nghia Thuc and walk for about 10 minutes to find the pagoda at 66/14.
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Bicycle
If you're renting a bicycle, start from Ben Thanh Market and head west on Le Loi Street. Continue onto Tran Hung Dao Street and turn left onto Nguyen Tri Phuong Street. Follow Nguyen Tri Phuong until you reach Nghia Thuc Street. Turn right and cycle until you reach Ten Thousand Buddha Pagoda at 66/14. The ride should take around 20-30 minutes depending on your speed.
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Motorbike Taxi
For a quicker route, you can use a motorbike taxi service like Grab. Open the app and set your destination to 'Ten Thousand Buddha Pagoda, 66/14 Nghia Thuc'. The driver will navigate the best route for you. Just be sure to communicate that you want to go to the pagoda in District 5. The ride should take around 10-15 minutes from the central districts.
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