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🌅 Hanoi's Water Pagoda—The Charm of Tran Quoc

✨ If you're looking for a place that perfectly blends tranquility, devotion, and architectural beauty, Tran Quoc Pagoda is a must-see when visiting Hanoi, Vietnam. 🏯 Tran Quoc Pagoda is located on a small island in the middle of West Lake, surrounded by lush nature and the reflection of its beautiful red pagoda on the water's surface, creating a captivating sight both morning and evening. 🧘♀️ The 15-meter-high pagoda has 11 levels, each enshrining a white Amitabha Buddha, a symbol of Mahayana Buddhism, symbolizing deep peace and liberation. 🌳 Another highlight is the "Maha Bodhi Tree," donated by the Prime Minister of India. It is believed to be the same species as the Bodhi tree under which the Buddha attained enlightenment—a symbol of wisdom and awakening. 📸 Visitors can stroll along the bridge along the lake and enjoy the sunset reflected on the water. Capture unforgettable memories in Hanoi's most beautiful corners. 🙏 Admission is free and open daily from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Please dress respectfully to show respect for the sacred site. ✈️ Just a 15-minute drive from the Old Quarter, you'll experience the tranquility of the heart of Vietnam's capital. 📍Location: Đ. Thanh Niên, Yên Phụ, Tay Hồ, Hanoi #Hanoi #TranQuocPagoda #TrấnQuocPagoda #VietnamTravel #WaterTemple #WestLakeView #MustVisitForBuddhist #TravelAbroad #VietnamVibes #BeautifulTemplesOfAsia
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