Tịnh Xá Trung Tâm, Ho Chi Minh City
Facts and practical information
Tịnh Xá Trung Tâm is a Buddhist temple in Ho Chi Minh City, the largest city in Vietnam. It was founded in 1965 and is the spiritual birthplace of the khất sĩ tradition of Vietnamese Buddhism that attempts to recreate the original tradition of the Buddhist sangha by walking barefoot and begging for alms. The temple is located at 7 Nguyễn Trung Trực Street, in Bình Thạnh District. It is known for its weekly Bát Quan Trai Giới retreat, which is staged more frequently than at other institutions in the city, and has a reputation among its followers for rigour and discipline. The attendees of the temple are typically over 40 years of age and are overwhelmingly female. ()
Quận Bình Thạnh (Phường 6)Ho Chi Minh City
Tịnh Xá Trung Tâm – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Tomb of Lê Văn Duyệt, Jade Emperor Pagoda, Chùa Vĩnh Nghiêm, Craig Thomas Gallery.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Tịnh Xá Trung Tâm?
How to get to Tịnh Xá Trung Tâm by public transport?
Train
- Gò Vấp (15 min walk)
Bus
- Trung tâm Kiểm dịch Y tế Quốc tế Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh • Lines: 109 (28 min walk)
- Học viện Hàng không Việt Nam • Lines: 109 (30 min walk)