Vietnam 2016 / Hanoi 2xPiP

Tranquoc Pagoda

It is the oldest pagoda in Hanoi, built in the 6th century during the reign of Emperor Ly Nam De, on a small island in the West Lake. The Buddhist shrine has undergone some changes over time.
The pagoda, surrounded by a lot of greenery, was a popular place for festivities with kings and royal families.

PiP 1: The 15-metre high main pagoda consists of eleven storeys. In 1639, artistically carved statues were erected on all storeys and in each bay, each of which has unique facial features.

PiP 2: The Gifts Shrine, packed with edible offerings from visitors for the monks

It is a place of worship, visitors should dress conservatively out of respect for the monks and locals.