Go Ken Pagoda

Go Ken Pagoda, also known as Thien Lam Pagoda, is a Buddhist temple located in Long Thanh Trung Ward, Hoa Thanh Town, Tay Ninh Province, Vietnam. Founded in 1904 by Venerable Thich Tri Luong, it is one of the oldest pagodas in Tay Ninh. The pagoda is notable for its blend of Eastern and Western architectural elements, a large seated Shakyamuni Buddha statue, and a 25-meter standing Avalokiteshvara statue surrounded by landscaped gardens.

Visitors can expect a tranquil Buddhist temple complex set among gardens and open courtyards. The site includes a main hall with Buddha statues, a large seated Shakyamuni Buddha, a 25-meter standing Avalokiteshvara statue, dragon and lotus decorations, and landscaped grounds with ponds and trees. The atmosphere is quiet and suitable for sightseeing, photography, and respectful observation of prayer activities.

Founded in 1904 by Venerable Thich Tri Luong as a small thatched pagoda on Go Ken mound. Initially named Thien Lam Tu, it was rebuilt and expanded in 1970 and underwent major restoration in 2007, preserving its historical role as one of Tay Ninh's earliest Buddhist pagodas.

An important Buddhist religious site for the local community in Tay Ninh, dedicated to Shakyamuni Buddha and Avalokiteshvara. It serves as a place of worship, meditation and Buddhist festivals, reflecting Southern Vietnamese Buddhist traditions and architecture.