Discover the Best-Known Pagodas In Da Nang

Da Nang is a haven for foreign tourists with pristine beaches, luxury resorts, diverse cuisine, and hospitable locals. And the city also attracts an overwhelming number of travelers with plenty of temples and pagodas. Scroll to find out prominent names and their history now.

1. Linh Ung Pagoda on Thuy Son Mountain

• Address: Thủy Sơn Moutain, Hoà Hải, Ngũ Hành Sơn, Đà Nẵng 550000, Vietnam

If you enter the keywords “Da Nang pagoda” into the search engine, Linh Ung pagodas are probably the top results. However, do you know that three pagodas in Da Nang go by the name “Linh Ung”? All of them are well-known tourist attractions in the city.

The first one on Thuy Son mountain was built in the period of King Gia Long, making it the oldest out of three Linh Ung pagodas in Da Nang.

The temple is believed to be built by a pioneer named Quang Chanh. When he stayed in the Tang Chon cave as a priest, he built a small shrine called Duong Chon before upgrading it to a pagoda.

In the period of King Minh Mang, the pagoda was renovated to look more dignified. Also, two roads leading to the temple were constructed.

Not until 1891 was the pagoda renamed Linh Ung by King Thanh Thai.

Over three decades, Linh Ung pagoda is still one of the most famous religious destinations in Da Nang.

2. Linh Ung Pagoda on Ba Na Hill

• Address: Ba Na Hill – Dương Cát Lợi, Thôn An, Hòa Vang, Đà Nẵng, Vietnam

The second, featuring a 27-meter-high statue named Duc Bon Su, is a highlight of Ba Na hill. It is also the highest out of the three pagodas named Linh Ung in Da Nang. From the pagoda, you can take a panoramic view of the jungle and the entire Da Nang city below.

The construction of the pagoda began on 21/09/1999, and Venerable Thich Thien Nguyen was who held it. If you may not know, he was also the abbot of Linh Ung pagoda on Thuy Son mountain.

3. Linh Ung Pagoda on Son Tra Peninsula

• Address: Lâm Tỳ Ni Garden, Hoàng Sa, Thọ Quang, Sơn Trà, Đà Nẵng, Vietnam

The Linh Ung pagoda on Son Tra peninsula is possibly the most famous as it hosts the highest Guanyin Statue in Vietnam. Standing on My Khe beach, you can see the giant white statue overlooking the Pacific ocean. It is considered as a symbol of Da Nang city.

Legends had it that in the period of King Minh Mang, the fishermen in Bai But found a Buddhist statue floating on the sea. They believed it was a favorable omen, so they built a worshipping shrine there. That was also where Linh Ung pagoda was constructed later on.

4. Phap Lam Pagoda

• Address: 574 Ông Ích Khiêm, Phước Ninh, Hải Châu, Đà Nẵng 550000, Vietnam

Phap Lam is a small yet famous Da Nang pagoda. The temple is constructed with two main colors, namely yellow and brown, which makes a traditional holy place throughout Vietnam. There are clusters of intricate woodwork and sculptures adorning the temple.

The pagoda was constructed in 1934 following the Southeast Asian religious style. The abbot of Phap Lam pagoda is Thich Giac Vien, who has been working in a lot of pagodas and abbeys before.

Phap Lam pagoda is in downtown Da Nang. It is within a stone’s throw from Con Market and Big C shopping center, so you may find it convenient to visit.

5. Bat Nha Pagoda

• Address: 176 Triệu Nữ Vương, Phước Ninh, Hải Châu, Đà Nẵng 550000, Vietnam

Bat Nha pagoda is in the same district with Phap Lam pagoda. However, the place features white as the main color.

The two-story temple is visible from afar with large ornate gates. On entering Bat Nha pagoda, you will walk through the dark auburn doorways into the main rooms.

Bat Nha pagoda was built and led by an abbot named Dai Duc Thich Chon in 1949. He was also the one who built a Guanyin statue for locals to pray and worship.

Since its inception, the pagoda had undergone five restorations in 1970, 1991, 1997, 2001, and 2004. There were changes in the architecture, but the statue remained the same as in the beginning.

6. Tam Thai Pagoda

• Address: Thủy Sơn Mountain, Hoà Hải, Ngũ Hành Sơn, Đà Nẵng 550000, Vietnam

Another pagoda on Marble Mountains, Tam Thai pagoda lies on Thuy Son mount. The place dated back to the Nguyen Dynasty, and the building reflects a typical temple architect at that time.

Legends had it that one day, Nguyen Anh (later known as King Gia Long) was defeated and had to flee to an island. However, he ran into trouble due to the lack of drinking water. He made a pray and suddenly, there was water flowing down, which helped him survive on the island.

When going back to the mainland, he saw a monk preaching in a cave. Nguyen Anh swore that he would build a pagoda if winning the battle. However, he was too busy with affairs of state after victory. King Minh Mang was the one who completed his father’s will, and the pagoda constructed was Tam Thai pagoda nowadays.

7. Nam Son Pagoda

• Address: Nguyen Kha Trac, Hoa Chau, Hoa Vang, Da Nang 550000, Vietnam
• Opening Hours: 5:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:30 PM – 9:00 PM daily

In recent years, Nam Son Pagoda has emerged as one of the most attractive spiritual destinations in Da Nang. Although located in Hoa Vang district, about 20 minutes from the city center, visitors still come to admire the unique and splendid architecture of the pagoda.

Established in 1962, Nam Son Pagoda has undergone many renovations and now boasts a magnificent beauty resembling an ancient palace, with many impressive check-in spots. The spacious grounds feature intricately carved details, ponds, and red lanterns, creating an atmosphere that is both solemn and poetic.

8. Quan The Am Pagoda (Marble Mountains, Da Nang)

• Address: 48 Su Van Hanh, Hoa Hai, Ngu Hanh Son, Da Nang
• Opening Hours: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM daily

Located right at the foot of Thuy Son (Water Mountain) within the Marble Mountains scenic area, Quan The Am Pagoda is a must-visit destination. This pagoda is most famous for the “Guan Yin Cave” – a mysterious natural cave located deep inside the mountain.

This is also the venue for the annual Quan The Am (Avalokiteshvara) Festival (on the 19th day of the 2nd lunar month), one of the largest festivals in Da Nang, recognized as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage. The pagoda is a place where visitors come to pray for peace and explore the magnificent beauty of the cave.

9. Pho Da Pagoda

• Address: 340 Phan Chau Trinh, Binh Hien, Hai Chau, Da Nang
• Opening Hours: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM daily

Situated on one of the busiest streets in Da Nang, Pho Da Pagoda is an important historical pagoda right in the city center. The pagoda was established in 1915 and was once the headquarters of the Buddhist Association of Quang Nam – Da Nang province.

Pho Da Pagoda features traditional Buddhist architecture, providing a peaceful space for locals and tourists to worship amidst the bustling city.

10. Tam Bao Theravāda Pagoda

• Address: 323 Phan Chau Trinh, Phuoc Ninh, Hai Chau, Da Nang
• Opening Hours: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM daily

Also located on Phan Chau Trinh Street, Tam Bao Pagoda has its own unique character. It is the rare and oldest Theravada Buddhist pagoda in Da Nang, founded in 1953.

The architecture of Tam Bao Pagoda differs significantly from the more familiar Mahayana (North Sect) pagodas, showing strong influences from Thai and Cambodian Buddhism. This is an ideal destination for those who want to learn about the diversity of Buddhist culture in Da Nang.

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