Tay An Ancient Pagoda

About this location

Tay An Ancient Pagoda – The first architectural masterpiece blending Vietnamese and Indian styles at the National Monument site at the foot of Sam Mountain. Located at the foot of Sam Mountain (Chau Doc Ward), Tay An Ancient Pagoda was built in 1820 and recognized as a National Architectural and Artistic Monument in 1980. Spanning over 15,000m2, the pagoda holds a Vietnamese record for its harmonious combination of traditional ethnic architecture and Indian style. Visual highlights include three ancient towers with vibrant yellow, onion-shaped domes, a triple-gate entrance dedicated to Guan Yin (Quan Am Thi Kinh), two statues of White and Black elephants, and a two-story main hall with tile roofs housing over 11,270 precious wooden statues. The backdrop of Sam Mountain creates a stunning natural screen, perfect for majestic wide-angle shots filled with spiritual color. Highly suitable for Southern historical period films, Nguyen Dynasty/anti-French resistance dramas, and spiritual martial arts action films.

Location rules

• Do not obstruct pilgrims and visitors, especially during the festival on the 12th day of the 8th lunar month.
• Maintain public cleanliness and ensure no negative impact on the landscape of the monument site.
• Open flames and smoke are strictly prohibited near ancient wooden structures.

Infrastructure

Special notes

• High density of pilgrims and tourists year-round, especially during holidays and Tet.