Thầy Temple
Buddhist temple in Quốc Oai Commune
Thầy Temple (Vietnamese: Chùa Thầy or Master's Temple) is a Buddhist temple in Quốc Oai Commune (formerly Hà Tây Province, now part of Hanoi), Vietnam. The temple is also known as Thiên Phúc Tự ("Temple of Heavenly Blessings"). The temple was established in the 11th century during the reign of Emperor Lý Nhân Tông of the Lý dynasty. It is dedicated to Zen master Từ Đạo Hạnh (1072–1116). It is one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Vietnam. It is well maintained by the monks.
The temple is a center of pilgrimage during Tết.
Geography
The temple is located in Sài Sơn village, 30 kilometres (19 mi) from Hanoi. It sits on the banks of an artificial lake, at the foot of the Sài Sơn Mountain, near Thăng Long Boulevard.
History
Từ Đạo Hạnh (also known as Minh Không) was a famous monk.
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