Huong Tich Pagoda

Huong Tich Pagoda is a historic Buddhist pagoda located on Hong Linh Mountain in Thien Loc Commune, Can Loc District, Ha Tinh Province, Vietnam. Built during the Tran Dynasty in the 13th century, it is regarded as one of the oldest pagodas in central Vietnam. Set within forested mountain scenery, the complex includes ancient shrines, statues and stone steles, and is a major pilgrimage destination, especially during the annual spring festival.

Visitors can expect a mountain pagoda complex set on the slopes of Hong Linh Mountain surrounded by forest and limestone scenery. The site includes the main pagoda hall, shrines, ancient statues, stone steles and incense areas. Access involves a walk up steep stone steps through wooded paths, with a cable car available for part of the ascent. The atmosphere is that of an active pilgrimage and worship site with pilgrims, offerings and views over the surrounding lowlands.

Founded in the Tran Dynasty in the late 13th century and traditionally associated with Princess Dieu Thien. The pagoda preserves Tran-era stone steles, ancient statues and architectural remains and is considered the oldest pagoda in Ha Tinh and one of the earliest Buddhist sites in central Vietnam.

Major Buddhist pilgrimage center in central Vietnam dedicated to Quan Am (Avalokiteshvara). The annual Huong Tich Festival held in the first lunar months attracts thousands of pilgrims who pray for peace, health and good fortune, reflecting Vietnamese Buddhist traditions and mountain worship practices.