As a unique cultural destination in the Mekong Delta province of Bac Lieu, Ghositaram Pagoda is considered to be a museum of fine arts showcasing the talent of Khmer artists.
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Located in Cu Lao Village, Hung Hoi Commune, Vinh Loi District, the pagoda was built in 1860 and renovated in 2001. Ghositaram has the typical architecture of a Khmer pagoda, consisting of a central chamber, a vihara, an auditorium, a tower, a school, and the monks’ residence. (Photo: VNP/VNA) |
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The Pagoda’s roof contains several layers overlaying each other, forming a sharp top similar to that of a tower. (Photo: VNP/VNA) |
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Time has created an august and antiquity atmosphere in the pagoda. (Photo: VNP/VNA) |
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Inside the central chamber. (Photo: VNP/VNA) |
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Lacquered pillars with sophisticated patterns. (Photo: VNP/VNA) |
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Statues of scared animals at the pagoda. (Photo: VNP/VNA) |
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Exquisite patterns and reliefs at Ghositaram Pagoda. (Photo: VNP/VNA) |
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A relief tells the life of Buddha. (Photo: VNP/VNA) |
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A gong at Ghositaram Pagoda. (Photo: VNP/VNA) |
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The Xiem Can Pagoda in the Mekong Delta province of Bac Lieu has attracted many visitors with its splendid beauty and great hospitality of the local people.
As a unique cultural destination in Bac Lieu province, Ghositaram pagoda is a museum of fine arts showcasing the talent of Khmer artists.