Ang Pagoda (also known as Angkorajaborey) is a famous religious complex in Tra Vinh City, Tra Vinh province, Mekong Delta. The pagoda is the biggest one among over 140 Khmer-style pagodas in the province. Having an area of four hectares, the pagoda is half-hidden in a forest of some hundred years old surrounding Ba Om pond. According to historical documents, the pagoda was built before 1715 and was renovated in 1842.
Ang Pagoda is half-hidden in high trees
Ang Pagoda attracts visitors because of its charming and majestic architecture. Like other pagodas in Vietnam, yellow is its predominant color, which is believed to symbolize intellect, love, and purity. The harmonious combination of scenery and artworks associated with Angkor culture is expressed in Buddha statues, patterns of dragons and phoenixes.
There are many religious ceremonies happening at Ang Pagoda every year. Visitors can learn more about the unique culture of the Khmer ethnic group in the Mekong River Delta. In addition, the pagoda has opened courses for young Khmer people to learn the Buddhist teachings, helping them become good men.
With its unique ancient architecture, this religious complex was acknowledged as a national historical-cultural relic in 1994. This is an attraction of domestic and foreign Buddhists and tourists.
Some great photos of Ang Pagoda in Tra Vinh, Mekong Delta
