Long Son Pagoda

Long Son Pagoda is a prominent Buddhist temple in Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa Province, located at the foot of Trai Thuy Hill. Founded in 1886 and rebuilt in 1940 after a storm, it is known for its 24-meter white seated Buddha visible across the city and a 14-meter reclining Buddha. The pagoda serves as the headquarters of the Khanh Hoa Buddhist Association and offers panoramic city views from its hilltop terrace.

Visitors enter through a large gate to a courtyard with the main prayer hall decorated with mosaic dragons and Buddha statues. A flight of 152 stone steps leads up Trai Thuy Hill to a 14-meter reclining Buddha midway and a 24-meter white seated Buddha at the summit. The hilltop terrace provides panoramic views over Nha Trang city and surroundings. The site is active with monks, worshippers, incense offerings and quiet prayer areas.

Originally founded in 1886 as Dang Long Tu on Trai Thuy Hill by Abbot Thich Ngo Chi. After a severe storm in 1900 destroyed the original structure, the pagoda was moved to its current location at the foot of the hill and rebuilt. Major restoration was completed in 1940. It has since served as a central Buddhist institution in Khanh Hoa.

Headquarters of the Buddhist Association of Khanh Hoa Province and an important centre for Buddhist practice and study in Nha Trang. The white seated Buddha and reclining Buddha are significant religious symbols, and the pagoda hosts regular prayer ceremonies, festivals and community gatherings for local Buddhists.