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    Linh An Pagoda

    Chùa Linh Ẩn

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    Overview

    A hilltop Buddhist pagoda 30 km from Dalat overlooking Elephant Waterfall, famous for housing one of Vietnam's tallest Quan Am statues and the largest Happy Buddha statue in the country.

    Built in 1993 on a forested hilltop in Nam Ban town, Linh An Pagoda (Chua Linh An) is a revered Buddhist complex about 30-33 km from Dalat city center. Overlooking the spectacular Elephant Waterfall, the pagoda is celebrated for its grand architecture, serene forest setting, and impressive collection of Buddhist statuary — including one of Vietnam's tallest Quan Am (Guanyin) statues and the country's largest Maitreya (Happy Buddha) figure. The pagoda covers 4 hectares of hillside land and is an important pilgrimage site for Buddhist devotees from across Lam Dong Province.
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    What to know before you go

    • Linh An Pagoda was established in 1993 by Venerable Thich Duc Thanh on a 4-hectare hilltop in Nam Ban Town, Lam Ha District. The pagoda directly faces the majestic Elephant Waterfall below.
    • The complex is home to two record-holding statues: one of Vietnam's tallest Quan Am (Goddess of Mercy) statues and the country's largest Maitreya (Laughing Buddha) figure. Both are set against the lush green hillside backdrop.
    • The pagoda is an active religious site with monks in residence. Visitors come for the spiritual atmosphere, mountain scenery, and the combined experience of forest, waterfall, and Buddhist culture that makes this part of Lam Dong uniquely beautiful.
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    Culture, safety & access

    Culture & etiquette
    Crowd: Quiet on weekdays. Busier on weekends and Buddhist holidays such as Vu Lan (Ghost Festival).Best season: Year-round. The surrounding forest is most lush during and after the rainy season.

    Dress modestly — cover shoulders and knees. Remove shoes before entering prayer halls. Be respectful of monks and worshippers.

    Safety & health

    Well-maintained and safe. Paths may be slippery after rain. The hilltop can be windy.

    Weather

    Open all year. Combined with Elephant Waterfall, visit on clear days for the best views.