House of Pure Nirvana
Ninh Van Tinh Xa
House of Pure Nirvana
Ninh Van Tinh Xa
A scenic hillside Buddhist monastery overlooking the South China Sea.
Vung Tau
Temple
Cultural Heritage
The House of Pure Nirvana is an active Buddhist monastery built between 1969 and 1974 with donations from local residents. Situated on a hill with panoramic views of the South China Sea, this complex is recognized as an architectural, artistic, and historical cultural monument. The place combines spiritual depth, a unique layout mirroring the garden where the Buddha attained nirvana, and the tranquil atmosphere of a monastic community.
- Visit duration
1.5–2 hours
- Average budget
from $5 (transport)
- Admission
Free
- Current
27 °C, clear
- Best months
Nov – Apr
- Local language
Vietnamese
What you need to know
The temple's architecture is rich in symbolism: lotuses represent purity, and the 42 steps of the flagpole correspond to the number of pages in the Buddhist sutra. Key highlights include the 12-meter red wood reclining Buddha statue, a 21-meter glazed brick tower, and the unique 12-meter "Bat Nha" dragon boat.
The temple complex also features meditation caves carved into natural rock and a monumental bronze sculpture of the "Four Sacred Animals" (dragon, phoenix, turtle, and unicorn). Visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the Saigon River shipping channel and leave their wishes at the complex's bell tower.
The dry season with minimal rainfall. The ideal time to visit is early morning before 9:00 AM, when the temple is illuminated by the soft light of the rising sun and the air temperature is most comfortable.
On site
- Getting there
Grab taxi, motorbike taxi, or golf carts
- Dress code
Shoulders and knees must be covered
- Opening hours
08:00–17:00 (break 11:30–13:30)
- Cash
Recommended (for donations)
- Important detail
Shoes must be removed before entering buildings
- Location
66/7 Ha Long Street, Vung Tau