A Spiritual Haven: National Mother Tay Thien Trinh Temple

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, start from the center of Tam Dao. Head southwest on the main road, following signs towards Tam Quan. Continue straight until you reach a fork in the road, and take the left branch. After approximately 1 kilometer, you will see signs for National Mother Tay Thien Trinh Temple. Turn right onto a smaller road, and follow it for about 500 meters. The temple will be on your left. Parking is available near the entrance. Note that some parking areas may charge a small fee.

• Public Transportation

  For those using public transportation, you can take a local bus or taxi from central Tam Dao to the area near Tam Quan. Buses typically run every 30 minutes and cost around 10,000 VND per person. Inform the driver that you are going to National Mother Tay Thien Trinh Temple. Once you reach Tam Quan, the temple is about a 10-minute walk from the bus stop. Follow the signs towards the temple, and look for the smaller road mentioned earlier. Alternatively, you can hire a local taxi for a more direct route, which should cost around 50,000-100,000 VND depending on your starting point.

• Walking

  If you find yourself close to the temple, and prefer walking, you can easily navigate from the nearby areas in Tam Dao. From the main square, head southwest towards the main road, then follow the directions provided for car travel. The walk is approximately 1.5 kilometers and takes about 20-30 minutes. Ensure to wear comfortable shoes as the terrain can be uneven.