Landscape with Vinh Tranh Pagoda in My Tho, Mekong Delta, Vietnam.

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Vinh Trang Pagoda


Giant Buddha statues tower over the beautiful grounds of this peaceful temple around 1km east of the city centre, where the monks maintain an ornate sanctuary, decorated with carved and gilded wood. They also provide a home for children in need; donations welcome.

To get here, head north on Le Loi, turn right onto Nguyen Trai and cross the bridge. After 400m turn left onto Nguyen Trung Truc. The entrance is 200m from the turn-off, on the right-hand side.


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