Ong Bac Pagoda

About this location

Ong Bac Pagoda – A masterpiece of authentic Cantonese architectural art belonging to the Chinese community in Long Xuyen. Located on the banks of the Long Xuyen River, Ong Bac Pagoda (also known as Bac De Temple or Tinh Hoi Quan) was restored between 1887 and 1891 and was classified as a National Heritage Site in 1987. The temple covers approximately 400m2 and features a "Quoc" (National) character architectural layout typical of Cantonese style, with sturdy round pillars made of Xylia xylocarpa (Cam Xe) wood, a temple gate crafted from three thick granite slabs, and a yin-yang tiled roof adorned with a "two dragons chasing a pearl" sculpture. The setting includes a skylight (thien tinh) that harmonizes feng shui with the solemn and ancient main hall dedicated to the deity Bac De. Artifacts such as the great bronze bell, iron incense burners, and stone steles provide a vibrant visual effect of red and gold, evoking a strong sense of nostalgia. Highly suitable for historical films set in Southern Vietnam, films about 19th-20th century Chinese merchants, and cultural-historical dramas.

Location rules

• Absolute protection of artifacts such as the great bronze bell, stone steles, three wooden altars, and Xylia xylocarpa pillars.
• Strictly prohibited to use fire, smoke, or to nail, glue, or attach anything to the heritage structures.
• Respect the religious worship spaces (specifically the Bac De festival on the 3rd day of the 3rd lunar month, Thien Hau Lady festival on the 23rd day of the 3rd lunar month, and Quan Cong festival on the 24th day of the 6th lunar month).

Infrastructure

Special notes

• Located near the riverbank and Duy Tan Bridge, making it susceptible to traffic noise.
• During holidays, festival days, the Full Moon, and other religious activities, there is a risk of overcrowding, limited space, and potential interference with audio recording and filming schedules.