[2025 Hanoi Attraction] Travel Guide for Bach Ma Temple (Updated Jan)

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#vietnamtrip Bach Ma Temple also known as protector of the East of Thang Long(ancient Hanoi) is an oldest temple in Hanoi. It was built under the reign of Emperor Ly Thai To during 11th century to worship Long Do, a reputable Chinese mandarin that made a huge contribution to the ancient Hanoi The initial of Long Do Temple was constructed in 9th century in Hoa Lu to worship Long Do. During 11th century, the Emperor Ly Thai To decided to move the capital city from Hoa Lu to Thang Long(ancient Hanoi) One day, Long Do appeared in the Emperor’s dream. He told the Emperor to build a citadel walls from the temple that there would a white horse coming out. The Emperor followed Long Do words & renamed the temple as Bach Ma. In Vietnamese, Bach Ma mean “White Horse”. So you will see a statue of white horse, a shrine to Confucius in the temple. During 1st & 15th lunar calendar every month, many local Vietnamese will come to Bach Ma Temple for worship and praying. Remember to wear clothes that cover the shoulders and legs when you are visiting to Bach Ma Temple Attraction: Bach Ma Temple Address: 76 Hang Buom Street, Hanoi Old Quarter, Vietnam Opening hours: 8:00am - 11:00am & 2:00pm - 5:30pm, daily Entrance fee: Free #temple #hanoi

Although it's not very large and can be quickly toured, it is said to be a temple of the Ly Dynasty, built in 1010 in Hanoi. Walking past the altar where incense was burned, I could enter through a large gate into the interior. There was a table set for a ritual with various kinds of sweets, and it was interesting to see many Korean snacks with Korean writing on them. Although it's not very large and there isn't much to see, it's a place worth taking a quick look around. Since it doesn't take much time, it would be nice to visit while strolling around Hoan Kiem Lake or Beer Street in Hanoi.

Impressive foreign culture. Simply very worth seeing for western tourists. The beer can pyramids as an offering in the shrine will be remembered. #tripblazers#bucketlistreboot#mytripvlog