Ba Chua Thuong Ngan Temple Da Nang – A Sacred Site Amidst Mountains and Forests

Ba Chua Thuong Ngan Temple Da Nang is located at the highest point of Chua Mountain (altitude of about 1,487 – 1,500m above sea level), within the Ba Na – Suoi Mo Eco-Tourism Area (Sun World Ba Na Hills), An Loi Hamlet, Hoa Ninh Commune, Hoa Vang District, Da Nang City. This is a place where "heaven and earth harmonize, yin and yang converge", making the temple an ideal pilgrimage site amidst the vast primeval forest.

From the center of Da Nang, you can travel about 20-25km along the following route:

• Take Dien Bien Phu Street - cross Nga Ba Hue Flyover - Ton Duc Thang Street - turn left onto Hoang Van Thai - go straight on Ba Na - Suoi Mo Street.
• Travel time: 40-60 minutes by car/taxi, 1 hour 30 minutes by bus (around 20,000 VND/trip).

Upon reaching Ba Na Hills, take the cable car (15-20 minutes) to the mountain peak, then take a gentle walk of a few hundred meters following the signposts to the temple. The entire journey is included in the Ba Na Hills entrance ticket, making it extremely convenient.

Ba Chua Thuong Ngan Temple at Ba Na Hills began construction in 1999 under the guidance of Venerable Thich Thien Nguyen – head monk of Ngu Hanh Son Linh Ung Pagoda, and was officially inaugurated after 5 years in 2004. Prior to building the new temple, this area housed an old temple that had deteriorated over time and required restoration and reconstruction.

According to Vietnamese folk legend, Ba Chua Thuong Ngan (named La Binh) was the daughter of Son Tinh and My Nuong. When her parents ascended to heaven to become deities, she was conferred the title of Mother Goddess of the Upper Realm (Second Mother) – the deity who governs the forests, mountains, and midlands, protecting all creatures and sheltering humans from disasters. The belief in Mother Goddess of the Forest belongs to the Tam Phu (Three Realms) system (along with Mother Goddess of Heaven and Mother Goddess of Water), forming an important part of Vietnamese spiritual culture, especially in mountainous regions.

The construction of the temple at Ba Na Hills not only honors folk legends but also helps restore and promote spiritual values, while providing a sacred space in harmony with pristine nature, creating a unique cultural and spiritual destination for tourists and locals alike.

Although built in modern times, Ba Chua Thuong Ngan Temple Da Nang retains the full 19th-century traditional Vietnamese architectural style. The temple features:

• Curved red tile roofs, sturdy ironwood pillars, and intricately carved dragon and phoenix patterns.
• A spacious courtyard with a main yard and a two-tiered tiled hexagonal pavilion housing a Maitreya Buddha statue in the center.
• The main hall consists of 3 majestic worship bays, featuring the plaque reading "Linh Chua Linh Tu". Three gold-gilded horizontal lacquer boards read: "Lam Tuyen Duc Tu" (center bay), "Cau Chi Tat Ung" (left bay), and "Dao Chi Tat Thong" (right bay).

The entire complex blends seamlessly with the lush green pine forests, rustling wind, and flowing streams, evoking a sense of ancient charm while being close to nature. From the temple, you can enjoy panoramic views of Da Nang, the bay, and neighboring structures such as Linh Phong Tu Tower or Linh Ung Pagoda.

To ensure your pilgrimage and exploration of Ba Chua Thuong Ngan Temple is smooth and complete, visitors should be aware of essential information regarding opening hours as well as codes of conduct at this sacred site.

Opening Hours and Ticket Prices:

• Opening hours: 08:00 – 17:30 daily.
• Ticket price: Included in the Ba Na Hills admission ticket package.

Important Notes when Visiting:

To show respect toward this sacred place, visitors should note:

• Attire: Wear modest, polite, and respectful clothing.
• Entrance/Exit routes: According to traditional practice, enter through the Gia Quan gate (right side) and exit through the Khong Quan gate (left side); never enter or exit through the main center gate.
• Mannerisms: Maintain a solemn attitude, walk softly, speak quietly, refrain from making noise, and silence your phone.
• Protecting the landscape: Strictly refrain from picking flowers, breaking branches, or damaging any landscape feature within the temple grounds.

Complying with regulations regarding attire, entrance routes, and conduct will not only help visitors show respect to Mother Goddess of the Forest, but also contribute to preserving the solemn and serene atmosphere of the temple in the heart of Ba Na.

Ba Chua Thuong Ngan Temple (Linh Chua Linh Tu) is not only a spiritual architectural work amidst the clouds, but also a living testament to the centuries-old Mother Goddess worship of the Vietnamese people, where human beings reconnect with Mother Nature. Leaving this sacred place, visitors carry with them not only prayers for peace and good fortune, but also a sense of protection and pure energy refreshed by the majestic mountains and forests. Let Sovaba Travel accompany you on this spiritual journey. The journey to discover Ba Chua Thuong Ngan Temple, thoughtfully arranged by Sovaba Travel, will leave a deep impression, enriching your valuable cultural and soulful experience at Ba Na Hills.