Du Hang Pagoda

Du Hang Pagoda is a historic Buddhist pagoda located at 121 Du Hang Street in Du Hang Kenh Ward, Le Chan District, Hai Phong City. Originally built in the 17th century during the Le Dynasty and expanded by Zen Master Chan Nguyen, it is one of Hai Phong's most important pagodas. Known for its traditional Vietnamese Buddhist architecture, ancient statues and tranquil gardens, it was recognized as a National Historical and Cultural Relic in 1986.

Visitors can expect a tranquil Buddhist temple complex set in an urban area of Hai Phong with tree-shaded courtyards, lotus ponds and traditional Vietnamese pagoda architecture. The complex includes a three-entrance gate, main worship hall, ancestor house, bell tower, and garden with stupas and statues. Interiors feature lacquered Buddha statues, altars and incense offerings. The atmosphere is quiet and contemplative, suitable for sightseeing, photography of architecture and observing local worship practices.

Du Hang Pagoda, originally named Phuc Lam Pagoda, was first built during the reign of King Le Huy Tong (1672-1686) in the Le Dynasty. It was significantly expanded and renovated by Zen Master Chan Nguyen, a prominent monk of the Truc Lam Zen sect. The pagoda has undergone several restorations in the 19th and 20th centuries and was designated a National Historical and Cultural Relic in 1986 for its historical and architectural value.

The pagoda is an important Buddhist religious site in Hai Phong and a center for Truc Lam Zen Buddhism in northern Vietnam. It serves as a place of worship, meditation and Buddhist festivals for the local community. The annual Du Hang Pagoda Festival held in early spring attracts pilgrims and visitors for prayer, incense offerings and traditional cultural activities.