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Thay Pagoda

Chùa Thầy · Chùa Thầy · Master Pagoda

Sài Sơn, Hanoi, Vietnam Founder / Historic Patron: Zen master Từ Đạo Hạnh

An old Buddhist religious complex known for its landscape, architecture and traditional festival.

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About Thay Pagoda

Identity, documented context and sacred significance.

An old Buddhist religious complex known for its landscape, architecture and traditional festival. The pagoda and surrounding Sài Sơn landscape have been recognised among Vietnam’s special national relics. The pagoda is linked with Zen master Từ Đạo Hạnh and with the region’s traditional festival and water-puppet culture.

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Place TypePagoda
Religious TraditionBuddhism
Founder / Historic PatronZen master Từ Đạo Hạnh
LocationSài Sơn, Hanoi, Vietnam
CountryVietnam

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Religious TraditionBuddhism
Founder / Historic PatronZen master Từ Đạo Hạnh

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Historical Record

The pagoda and surrounding Sài Sơn landscape have been recognised among Vietnam’s special national relics.

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Buddhist prayer
incense offerings
Thầy Pagoda Festival

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October 15, 2026