Long Son Pagoda
Contents
11 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation3:15
Welcome to Long Son Pagoda, a profound spiritual sanctuary that stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of Vietnamese Buddhism. I am delighted to be your guide on this scholarly journey through one of Nha Trang's most iconic…
Listen in the app2The Tam Quan Entrance Gate2:56
Our journey physically begins here, standing on street twenty three slash ten, before the imposing and deeply symbolic Tam Quan gate. The architectural concept of the three arched entrance is foundational to traditional…
Listen in the app3The Shaded Courtyard and Outer Grounds2:53
Having passed through the Tam Quan gate, you now find yourself in the expansive main courtyard of Long Son Pagoda. This sprawling area, covering over three thousand square meters, serves as the transitional heart of the lower…
Listen in the app4The Main Hall of the Three Jewels3:00
We now approach the architectural and spiritual epicenter of the lower complex: the Chanh Dien, or the Main Hall. Notice the specific way you must enter. …
Listen in the app5The First Ascent Up Trai Thuy Hill2:52
Leaving the serene enclosure of the Main Hall, we now turn our attention to the physical and spiritual climb that defines the Long Son Pagoda experience. Before you lies the beginning of a grand staircase, a formidable ascent of…
Listen in the app6The Reclining Buddha of Parinirvana2:49
As you reach the forty fourth step of your ascent, the dense foliage parts to reveal a breathtaking sight: a monumental statue of the Buddha in a reclining posture. This magnificent sculpture, carved from gleaming granite,…
Listen in the app7The Pavilion of the Great Bell2:46
Continuing just a short distance up the stone staircase—perhaps ten or so steps beyond the Reclining Buddha—we arrive at a structure of immense auditory and spiritual significance: the Thap Dai Hong Chung, or the Great Bell…
Listen in the app8The Lotus Base and the 1963 Memorial2:57
As we conquer the final steps and arrive at the expansive summit of Trai Thuy Hill, your eyes will naturally be drawn upward to the colossal white Buddha. However, as a scholar of history, I implore you to first lower your gaze…
Listen in the app9Inside the Lotus: The Chamber of Arhats2:41
Before we direct our gaze to the heavens to view the crowning Buddha, there is a hidden, mystical space that demands our exploration. Notice the small, unassuming entrance ways built directly into the rear of the massive lotus…
Listen in the app10The Giant White Buddha and the Summit Panorama2:50
We step back out into the brilliant coastal sunlight, and now, at last, we cast our eyes upward to the undisputed icon of Long Son Pagoda: the Kim Than Phat To, or the Giant White Buddha. This colossal statue is a marvel of…
Listen in the app11Closing2:33
As we conclude our immersive journey through Long Son Pagoda and begin our descent down the one hundred and ninety three stone steps, it is time to reflect on the profound narrative we have uncovered. We started at the chaotic…
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What is Long Son Pagoda?
Long Son Pagoda is a place with 11 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Type | Heritage |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 11 |
| Total length | 31 min 32 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 12.2547, 109.1797 |
| Last updated |
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