Linh Ung Pagoda in Son Tra Peninsula, Da Nang City

In Da Nang, there are three pagodas named Linh Ung Pagoda. However, among them, only Linh Ung Pagoda is located in Bai But the area of Son Tra peninsula has the highest statue of Quan Am Buddha in Vietnam.

Therefore, if you plan to go to Da Nang, this spiritual destination is a must-see site. Since Linh Ung Pagoda is a typical religious place, before starting your journey, you should take advantage of the helpful tips below.

Located 10km northeast of Da Nang city centre, established by the late Venerable Thich Thien Nguyen, the pagoda was started construction in 2004 and was inaugurated in 2010.

Linh Ung Pagoda has an area of ​​about 20ha located at the 693m above sea level. This temple locates in the middle of Son Tra mountain, bearing the shape of a tortoise.

The pagoda has a modern style combined with the traditional architecture of Vietnamese pagodas with the design of curved arches. This temple locates in the complex of the Son Tra peninsula where also has many famous Danang attractions.

The harmonious and eye-catching combination between traditional and modern architecture has made the temple a popular tourist attraction for domestic and international tourists.

This temple has become more famous by the statue of Quan Am located on a hill over 100 meters high. Another special thing about Linh Ung Pagoda in Son Tra is that tourists can easily see the Quan Am statue no matter where they stand in the city.

What is the ideal time to visit Linh Ung Pagoda in Son Tra Peninsula?

The period from March to September is the best time to visit Linh Ung Pagoda in Son Tra. During this period, the weather is dry with no rain, and the sky is clear, so you can easily admire the beautiful scenery here. You need to check the weather before going here from September to December as the weather is often rainy and foggy.

Interesting things about Linh Ung Pagoda in Son Tra

Linh Ung Pagoda stands on solid terrain, surrounded by immense scenery, majestic nature: the mountain behind, in front of the beautiful sea.

Previously, this place was pristine, overgrown with trees, undulating hills, and mountains. In order to have the beautiful scenery, the current convenient road, the pagoda has had to invest a lot of merits.

Near the pagoda, there is Bai But – a holy place in Son Tra Peninsula. It is said that, during the Ming King (1820 – 1842) of the Nguyen Dynasty, in a dreamy morning, coastal fishermen here accidentally discovered a Buddha statue protruding from the sand. The villagers immediately brought them home, established a worship shrine, and named the area Bai But. Since then, the waves are quiet, the sea is calm, the villagers have a stable business and a prosperous life.

Combining legend and landscape, Venerable Thich Thien Nguyen has aroused his will, if there were enough conditions in the future, he would create a holy place for the locals. And then, that predestined relationship came. Linh Ung Pagoda in Bai But of Son Tra Peninsula has been built with large items, such as the Main Hall, worshipping temple, living house, lecture hall, guest house, library, Quan The Am Bodhisattva statue, Xa Loi worship tower Xa Loi, and many other areas.

Particularly, in the architectural complex of Linh Ung Pagoda in Son Tra, there is a statue of Quan Am, 67m high, 35m in diameter, overlooking the sea. The height of this statue is equivalent to a 30-story building. The statue has a total of 17 floors. The special thing about this statue is that on each floor, there are 21 statues with different poses, facial expressions, and shapes. Tourists can enter these 17 floors to admire the views of the landscapes and the city from above.

There are many sculptures of dragons and other mascots in Linh Ung Pagoda. In the area of this temple are the typical three bronze statues of Buddha Shakyamuni, Quan Am Buddha, and Tam Tripi Buddha. Tourists who have visited the temple admire the delicate sculptured Arhat and Buddha statues.

Standing from the courtyard, you can see the city panorama and plenty of the beautiful bridges in Da Nang. Looking to the south, you will see Ngu Hanh Son (the Marble Mountains) and My Khe beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in Vietnam, with long stretches of sand.

The pagoda has a majestic, poetic natural landscape associated with attractive legends. This factor attracts plenty of tourists to visit and worship. When you come to Linh Ung Pagoda in Son Tra Peninsula, you will have the opportunity to explore Buddhist culture, natural landscape, and unique ecosystems here.

Things to note when visiting Linh Ung Pagoda in Son Tra, Da Nang City

Linh Ung Pagoda is still a free place to visit, so you do not need to struggle to find the gate to buy tickets.

You park your motorbike or car at the temple gate. There will be Buddhists protecting your vehicle. How much you can pay for this depends on your wishes and your heart, and you put it into happy boxes. All money from this activity will be handed over to the pagoda to use for the construction, maintenance of its activities.

It is because this is a solemn place when travelling to Linh Ung Pagoda in Son Tra, you pay attention to wear polite clothes. Your dress codes should not be tight armpits, open shoulders, shorts.

When you come to Linh Ung Pagoda, you can bring cakes and fruits to worship sincerely. Note that should not bring votive or incense. Besides, you should also bring water bottles or soft drinks along the way, because the journey to the temple requires a lot of walking.

You should also bring a wide-brimmed hat to shield the sun, or umbrellas to avoid rain and sun, and a pair of soft shoes can help you walk around comfortably.

It is forbidden to take pictures in solemn places, during ceremonies, or places of worship. But, good places to take pictures are in the yard and in front of the Quan Yin statue. You can find an instant photo service for guests to get the picture immediately with the cost of from 20,000 VND/photo.

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Thanks to its beautiful location on the Son Tra peninsula, Linh Ung Pagoda is not only a spiritual tourist destination in Da Nang but also a cultural convergence space. This place should be in your list of must-see sites in your itinerary to Da Nang City, Vietnam.