Phật Giáo VNS
Đán Temple
Thịnh Đán Temple
Quyết Thắng
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The main sanctuary and Buddha statue in Đán Temple’s courtyard – archival material published in 2026.
About
Đán Temple is a place of Buddhist worship and a historic site associated with the Vietnam Liberation Army’s activities in August 1945. A memorial stilt house within the grounds allows visitors to combine a temple visit with learning about local history.
Visitor information
- Founded
- The old temple was rebuilt from 1993, with further construction in 2002; its original founding year has not been confirmed.
- Visiting hours
- Visiting hours may change with the temple’s practice schedule; please ask the temple before your visit.
- Fees
- Thái Nguyên’s tourism portal describes the site as free to visit. Please ask on arrival about parking and any external services that may incur charges.
- Address
- Phường Quyết Thắng, tỉnh Thái Nguyên; trước đây thuộc phường Thịnh Đán, thành phố Thái Nguyên.
Dress respectfully, remain quiet where ceremonies are taking place and ask permission before photographing inside shrines. Groups should contact the temple in advance for suitable guidance.
Highlights
- A site linked to the Vietnam Liberation Army in August 1945.
- A memorial stilt house within the temple grounds.
- Reconstructed Buddhist sanctuary, ancestral hall and other shrines.
History and origins
In August 1945, forces commanded by Võ Nguyên Giáp assembled and discussed their battle plan at the temple before advancing to liberate Thái Nguyên’s provincial capital. After the period of scorched-earth resistance, local residents rebuilt the temple in 1993, with further construction in 2002. In 2011, it was included in a group of sites associated with the Vietnam Liberation Army designated as a National Historic Relic.
Architecture & surroundings
The complex includes a main Buddhist sanctuary, ancestral hall, Mother Goddess shrine and a courtyard with Buddha images. The shrines have tiled roofs and upturned eaves; the memorial stilt house draws inspiration from Tày and Nùng architecture in Việt Bắc. Inside are memorial spaces for President Hồ Chí Minh and General Võ Nguyên Giáp, where visitors should maintain a dignified manner.
Cultural value
The temple is a place of local religious practice and historical education. Its significance lies in the connection between the temple, the community and the events of August 1945.
Events & festivals
The temple welcomes Buddhist worshippers and groups studying history and local traditions. Please contact the temple or management body for ceremonial programmes, group visiting arrangements and a suitable visiting time.
References & photo sources
Information checked: 2026-10-24. Documentary photographs may differ from current conditions.
Photo 1. The main sanctuary and Buddha statue in Đán Temple’s courtyard – archival material published in 2026.
Cổng Thông tin điện tử tỉnh Thái Nguyên · Original photo · Được sử dụng lại khi ghi rõ nguồn Cổng Thông tin điện tử tỉnh Thái Nguyên
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Photo 2. The banyan tree planted by General Võ Nguyên Giáp in Đán Temple’s grounds; photograph from a November 2024 report.
Duy Phương / Báo Thái Nguyên · Original photo · Republication with attribution under the publisher’s terms
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Photo 3. The General Võ Nguyên Giáp memorial beside Đán Temple; this documentary photograph was published by Thái Nguyên Newspaper in 2017 and reused in 2025.
Thảo Nguyên / Báo và Phát thanh, Truyền hình Thái Nguyên · Original photo · Được phát hành lại kèm ghi nguồn Báo và Phát thanh, Truyền hình Thái Nguyên
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Photo 4. The abbot offers incense at the General Võ Nguyên Giáp memorial within Đán Temple's grounds, in a November 2024 reportage photograph.
Duy Phương / Báo Thái Nguyên · Original photo · Republication with attribution under the publisher’s terms
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Photo 5. Memorial space for President Hồ Chí Minh and General Võ Nguyên Giáp at Đán Temple — photograph from 2024.
Chí Cường / Báo và Phát thanh, Truyền hình Thái Nguyên · Original photo · Republication with attribution under the publisher’s stated terms
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