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Vĩnh Nghiêm Temple · Hồ Chí Minh City
A Buddhist centre in the city
TP. Hồ Chí Minh
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About
Vĩnh Nghiêm Temple in Hồ Chí Minh City is a large complex distinguished by curved roofs and an Avalokiteśvara tower. Its name evokes continuity with the Vĩnh Nghiêm tradition in northern Vietnam, but the two temples are separate places.
Visitor information
- Founded
- Built during 1964–1971
- Visiting hours
- The Hồ Chí Minh City tourism portal lists 07:00–21:00; reconfirm with the temple for early or late visits.
- Fees
- The Hồ Chí Minh City tourism portal lists free admission; check posted prices for any other services.
- Address
- 339 Nam Kỳ Khởi Nghĩa, TP. Hồ Chí Minh
Nam Kỳ Khởi Nghĩa Road carries heavy traffic; cross at a safe place. Tourism-portal opening hours are indicative and may change during festivals.
Highlights
- The seven-storey Avalokiteśvara tower
- The three-entrance gateway and main hall
- Traditional forms within a modern structure
History and origins
Construction began in 1964 and the temple was inaugurated in 1971, in association with Venerables Thích Tâm Giác and Thích Thanh Kiểm. Architect Nguyễn Bá Lăng participated in its design.
Architecture & surroundings
Modern materials support traditional temple forms expressed in roofs and ornament. The Avalokiteśvara tower, approximately 40 m high, is a prominent feature at the front.
The gateway, main-hall block and towers give the temple its recognisable outline. This large architectural ensemble stands within the city; view it from the courtyard before entering the shrines according to local guidance.
Cultural value
The temple is a place of worship, study and community life for many urban Buddhists. It represents continuity in Buddhist culture within the 20th-century city.
The Hồ Chí Minh City temple and the Vĩnh Nghiêm ancestral temple in the former Bắc Giang area are connected by tradition but occupy separate sites. Include the locality and address when reading sources or giving directions so their histories are not confused.
Events & festivals
Buddha’s Birthday, Vu Lan and retreats follow the temple’s calendar. For a particular programme, consult official announcements from Vĩnh Nghiêm Temple in Hồ Chí Minh City.
References & photo sources
Information checked: 2026-10-20. Documentary photographs may differ from current conditions.
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Phương Huy · Original photo · CC BY-SA 4.0
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Photo 2. Documentary photo of Vĩnh Nghiêm Temple · Hồ Chí Minh City. The surroundings may have changed since the photo was taken.
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Photo 3. Documentary photo of Vĩnh Nghiêm Temple · Hồ Chí Minh City. The surroundings may have changed since the photo was taken.
Bùi Thụy Đào Nguyên · Original photo · CC BY-SA 3.0
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Photo 4. Documentary photo of Vĩnh Nghiêm Temple · Hồ Chí Minh City. The surroundings may have changed since the photo was taken.
Bùi Thụy Đào Nguyên · Original photo · CC BY-SA 3.0
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Photo 5. Documentary photo of Vĩnh Nghiêm Temple · Hồ Chí Minh City. The surroundings may have changed since the photo was taken.
Bùi Thụy Đào Nguyên · Original photo · CC BY-SA 3.0
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