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Vinh Hung Ancient Tower

Vinh Hung Ancient Tower – Bac Lieu Province

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The Vinh Hung Ancient Tower was discovered in 1911, but the archaic building is much older than that. This structure is from the Angkor period, when the Khmer people lived, dating back to the 9th century.

According to Sanskrit writings found on the pagoda next door, it’s estimated that the Vinh Hung Tower was built sometime between 814-892 BC. The tower is especially noteworthy in the Mekong Delta, being the only one of its kind and age in the area. It’s located in Vinh Loi, a rural district in the Bac Lieu Province.

Vinh Hung Ancient Tower
Vinh Hung Ancient Tower . Photo: Nguyễn Hoàng Nhật Thiên Nam

Also known as “Luc Hien” or “Bhah Dhat tower,” this structure has a lot of religious significance. Inside the tower is a shrine with several bronze and stone statues of Buddha parts and many other worshipping relics. Pilgrims from near and far flock to the area to pray at the tower’s pagoda for good things to come their way. Additionally, monks go there to chant daily at 4:00 am and 4:00 pm.

Each year, residents celebrate Vinh Hung Tower’s anniversary on the 15th day of the first lunar month, adding to its cultural importance. The outside of the tower is made of solid bricks that are impressively packed together tightly and reach a height of 8.9 meters/29 feet. Thanks to careful preservation, the quality of the structure seems to be in stable shape for many future visitors.

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Address: 9HRH+R6Q, Vĩnh Hưng A, Vĩnh Lợi, Bạc Liêu Province, Vietnam

Phone: +84 853 959 733

Season: Year-round

Hours: 24 hours

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Currently living in Arizona, Patti was born in Singapore, grew up in Taiwan, and has visited 25 different countries. This has been the fuel for her love of travel writing and sharing those experiences with others.

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