Cao Dai Temple
Kao Dai Temple
Cao Dai Temple
Kao Dai Temple
The spiritual center of the Cao Dai religion, striking with its unique synthesis of Eastern and Western architectural traditions.
Tay Ninh
Religious site
Cultural tourism
The Cao Dai Temple (Đền Thánh) is not just a place of worship, but the administrative center of the religious movement that emerged in Vietnam in 1926. Visiting this complex allows you to see an extraordinary combination of elements from Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Catholicism, Islam, and Hinduism, embodied in the "Heavenly Palace" architectural style.
- Duration
2–3 hours
- Average budget
from $25 (tours)
- Admission
Free
- Best months
Oct – Apr
- Languages on site
Vietnamese, English
What you need to know
History and Architecture
History and Architecture
Construction of the complex took place from 1933 to 1955. The scale of the structure is impressive: the area is 5,600 sq. m with a length of 140 meters. The temple is the embodiment of a syncretic religion where followers revere figures such as Buddha, Jesus Christ, Confucius, and Laozi. The central symbol of the faith is the Divine Eye, located above the altar.
Worship Services
Worship Services
Ceremonies are held daily 4 times a day (6:00, 12:00, 18:00, and 24:00). Tourists are especially recommended the noon service (12:00) — at this time, clergy in bright robes (yellow, red, white) perform the most spectacular ritual. You can observe the process from the galleries.
Dry season with comfortable temperatures. Fewer tourists on weekdays.
On site
- Address
Pham Ho Phap Street, Long Thanh Bac Commune, Hoa Thanh Town, Tay Ninh Province
- Opening hours
07:00 – 22:00 (daily)
- Dress code
Covered shoulders and knees are mandatory
- Transport
Organized tours from Ho Chi Minh City
- Distance
90-100 km from Ho Chi Minh City
- Cash
Required