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Thành Pagoda
Diên Khánh tự · Thành Pagoda, Lạng Sơn
Lạng Sơn
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Thành Temple beside the Kỳ Cùng River.
About
Thành Pagoda, formally named Diên Khánh tự, is a long-established temple in urban Lạng Sơn. Its location near the Kỳ Cùng River allows pilgrims to combine worship with exploring the scenery and heritage sites of the Lạng region.
Visitor information
- Founded
- Origins in the 15th century; moved to its present site in 1796.
- Visiting hours
- Please ask the temple about visiting hours and its daily practice schedule before coming.
- Fees
- Please follow the guidance and posted prices at the destination; services provided outside the temple may be charged separately.
- Address
- Số 3 Hùng Vương, phường Lương Văn Tri, tỉnh Lạng Sơn; gần sông Kỳ Cùng.
This is Thành Pagoda on Hùng Vương Street, distinct from communal houses and shrines beside the Kỳ Cùng River. Park as directed and walk into the courtyard. During ceremonies, observe from visitor areas and ask before photographing worship halls.
Highlights
- A two-storey three-entrance gate with eight curved roof sections.
- Bronze statues arranged in the Buddha hall.
- An ancient bell and steles recording restoration work.
History and origins
Formerly named Hương Lâm, the temple is recorded as having originated in the 15th century near Đoàn Thành. In 1796, it moved approximately 200 m from its previous location and took the name Diên Khánh.
Objects such as a 17th-century bell and the 1796 stele reveal different layers of the temple’s history; the age of an object should not be equated with the age of all the buildings visible today.
Architecture & surroundings
The layout follows the “inner Công, outer Quốc” pattern, with an inner arrangement resembling 工 enclosed by an outer layout resembling 國. A three-entrance gate, courtyard and successive worship halls form the complex. Upturned roofs and bronze statues are distinctive features. View decorative details gently, without touching objects or placing offerings on them.
Cultural value
Thành Pagoda preserves architectural and sculptural heritage while serving local Buddhist life. Its presence in the city gives residents a quiet space to pay respects and learn about their home region’s traditions.
Events & festivals
The temple provides guidance for Buddhist observances and practice sessions on each occasion. Please contact it in advance for times and participation arrangements; preserve the dignity of the worship space and leave room for those taking part in ceremonies.
References & photo sources
Information checked: 2026-10-20. Documentary photographs may differ from current conditions.
Photo 1. Thành Temple beside the Kỳ Cùng River.
Bùi Thụy Đào Nguyên · Original photo · CC BY-SA 3.0
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Photo 2. The great bell in an archival photo.
Võ Văn Tường · tư liệu Chùa Việt Nam, Ân Phật · Original photo · Documentary photo from the cited source; copyright belongs to its owner.
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Photo 3. The Buddha hall of Thành Temple.
Võ Văn Tường · tư liệu Chùa Việt Nam, Ân Phật · Original photo · Documentary photo from the cited source; copyright belongs to its owner.
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Photo 4. The rear hall in an archival photograph.
Võ Văn Tường · tư liệu Chùa Việt Nam, Ân Phật · Original photo · Documentary photo from the cited source; copyright belongs to its owner.
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Photo 5. Temple drum.
Võ Văn Tường · tư liệu Chùa Việt Nam, Ân Phật · Original photo · Documentary photo from the cited source; copyright belongs to its owner.
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