Đại An Temple – Văn Yên

About

Đại An is a centre of Buddhist activity in the Văn Yên area. Built in several phases, it offers study and practice for children and young people, together with community programmes encouraging wholesome conduct.

Visitor information

Founded

A modern complex built during the 2010s; its first phase was inaugurated in 2019.

Visiting hours

Visiting hours may vary with the temple's daily religious schedule. Please contact the temple before your visit.

Fees

No fee has been confirmed by the temple. Please check the information posted on arrival; outside services may be charged separately.

Address

Xã Mậu A, tỉnh Lào Cai, gần cầu Mậu A; trước đây thuộc xã An Thịnh, huyện Văn Yên, tỉnh Yên Bái.

Highlights

• ✓Đại An Temple in the Văn Yên area
• ✓Patriarchs' hall and three-entrance gate inaugurated in 2022
• ✓Summer retreats
• ✓A community space for Buddhist study and practice

History and origins

The temple was developed in several phases during the 2010s. On 15/12/2019, it inaugurated the first phase and appointed the nun Thích Đàm Thùy as abbess. On 25/12/2022, the patriarchs' hall and three-entrance gate were inaugurated, adding worship space and facilities for Buddhist visitors attending study and practice.

Architecture & surroundings

The main worship hall has layered curved roofs and connects with the courtyard and patriarchs' hall. Inaugurated in 2022, the gateway has three entrances and two storeys, with an Avalokiteśvara statue on the upper level. Rooflines and devotional statues distinguish this temple near Mậu A Bridge.

Cultural value

The temple helps provide an environment for Buddhist study and practice in Văn Yên. Its summer retreats combine monastic routines with education in filial respect, teamwork and responsibility toward the family.

Events & festivals

The second Thắp Sáng Niềm Tin (Lighting Faith) retreat in 2024 took place on 8–10/7 with more than 300 young participants. Future programmes and registration procedures require new announcements from the temple; the 2024 materials are not a current registration schedule.