Ta Cu Mountain Pagoda is located on Ta Cu Mountain, one of Phan Thiet’s most famous tourist destinations, attracting visitors from across the region to worship. The area is best known for the reclining Gautama Buddha statue and panoramic views of the farms below the mountain. Therefore, exploring Ta Cu Mountain has become ​a worthwhile activity in Lam Dong.

General information about Ta Cu Mountain

Ta Cu Mountain is widely regarded as a symbol of Binh Thuan. The name “Ta Cu” (Vietnamese: Tà Cú) originates from the Cham language; “Tà” means mountain, and “Cú” means old. This name may come from the fact that this mountain is very ancient, having formed millions of years ago.

With an altitude of 649 meters above sea level, Ta Cu Mountain lies peacefully between green fields and the vast sea. From the top of the mountain, visitors can look out over the green hillsides or the vast ocean, creating a majestic, beautiful natural scene.

Ta Cu Mountain features more than 1,000 steps, reaching a height of up to 649m. Visitors can choose one of the following two ways to get to Ta Cu Mountain:

Climbing: Visitors will have to walk about 1,000 meters to reach the top of Ta Cu Mountain. This is the right choice for those who love challenges and experiences. On the way to the top of the mountain, visitors will admire the rugged beauty of the Ta Cu Mountains and forests. Ancient trees and rare animals will make you feel like you are lost in another world.

Take the cable car: It takes under 15 minutes to reach the mountain top. When traveling by cable car, visitors will be immersed in the natural beauty of Ta Cu’s green forest from above.

From here, visitors can zoom out to see the full view of the mountain.

About Ta Cu Mountain Pagoda

In 1872, after his ordination, monk Huu Duc retreated to a rock cave on Ta Cu Mountain (now known as Hang To). The Linh Son Truong Tho, also known as Ta Cu Mountain Pagoda, was named by Emperor Tu Duc in 1880 after the monk cured Tu Du’s illness, the King’s mother.

Linh Son Truong Tho in Ta Cu Mount

Linh Son Truong Tho Pagoda

When the monk Huu Duc passed away in 1887, monk Tam Hien built a new pagoda at the foot of the mountain, later named Long Doan Pagoda or Lower Pagoda, and Linh Son Truong Tho Pagoda, named Upper Pagoda.

Long Doan Pagoda in Ta Cu Mount

Long Doan Pagoda

In 1963, a Buddhist follower named Truong Dinh Tri began construction of the 49-meter-long, seven-meter-high reclining Buddha, located near Hang To. It took almost 3 years to complete the project, and it has since become a favorite destination for tourists. There is also a group of Amitabha Buddha, the Guanyin, and Mahasthamaprapta Bodhisattva statues displayed just around 50 meters from the statue of Nirvana.

reclining Buddha in Ta Cu Mountain

Ta Cu Mountain is not only an alluring tourist destination but also a National Nature Reserve, known for its diverse flora and fauna. Many rare species listed in the Red Book have been found in this area. Furthermore, the mountain has long been renowned for its medicinal plants, attracting many scientists and researchers who visit and study.

Indeed, Ta Cu Mountain Pagoda is a must-visit destination in Phan Thiet. Now is the time to depart and experience. Wish you a great trip!

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