Bat Pagoda
Chùa Dơi
Bat Pagoda
Chùa Dơi
A unique Khmer pagoda famous for its Theravada architecture and a colony of rare fruit bats.
Khmer Heritage
Buddhist Temple
Eco-tourism
The Bat Pagoda is not just a religious center, but a unique monument of Khmer culture, harmoniously combining Theravada Buddhist traditions with natural wealth. The temple is famous for its exquisite architecture and for being home to thousands of fruit bats, which create a unique atmosphere here.
- Visit Duration
2–3 hours
- Average Budget
from $25
- Admission
40,000 ₫
- Current
26 °C, clear
- Best Months
Oct – Apr
- Local Language
Vietnamese, English
What you need to know
Architecture and Traditions
Architecture and Traditions
The pagoda is built in the traditional style of Khmer Theravada pagodas. The main hall is adorned with a gilded statue of Shakyamuni Buddha and twenty-eight paintings depicting the Buddha's life. The building's appearance is complemented by a pointed tower, roofs featuring Naga snake imagery, and supporting pillars with Kemnar fairy figures. It houses cultural treasures, and the place itself serves as a museum of Khmer art and Buddhist philosophy.
Main Feature
Main Feature
More than 3 hectares of grounds surrounded by centuries-old trees are inhabited by thousands of fruit bats. At sunset, they fly out in unison to hunt while making characteristic sounds—a spectacle that attracts many travelers. Interestingly, despite the surrounding orchards, the bats do not feed on local fruit.
Religious Center
Religious Center
The pagoda plays a key role in the life of the Khmer community. The Khmer New Year and the Sene Đônta festival are celebrated here, during which large-scale ancestor worship rituals take place. Surrounding the main hall are towers housing the remains of monks and their relatives.
Dry season with comfortable temperatures. Fewer tourists on weekdays.
On Site
- Getting There
Bus or transfer
- Accommodation
Hotels from $15
- Getting Around
Boat, bicycle
- Cash
Essential
- Connectivity
4G, hotel Wi-Fi
- With Kids
Ok for ages 6+