Tu Hieu Temple is a mysterious combination of Buddhism and the living that time after time, this place has been becoming one of the famous landscapes of the ancient capital with Citadel, royal tombs.
Tu Hieu is in Thuy Xuan ward, Hue city (Thua Thien Hue province). It is nestled behind a large pine forest and associated with the story of the son’s filial piety towards the elderly mother. Also, the temple is the resting place of the eunuch under the rule of Nguyen Dynasty. Today, let’s take a motorbike trip with Hue scooter rental to explore this fascinating destination and to know more about history of Viet Nam.
Tu Hieu Temple
Where is Tu Hieu temple?
Tu Hieu temple is about 6km to the southwest of Hue city. For a convenient Hue motorbike rental, it just take you 30 minutes to get there.
Tu Hieu temple – The symbol for filial piety
A long time ago, Nhat Dinh – a mandarin in the Nguyen Dynasty, he retired when getting old and back to the cottage to take care of his mother who was really weak at that time.
As legendary, his mother was seriously ill and need to eat nutritious foods to recover her health. Therefore, everyday Nhat Dinh had to trek into the forest and follow the 5 km long roads to find fresh fish in order to make soup for his mother. The neighborhoods and people in the area were gossiping and making the rumors of a monk eating meat. However, he still had a constant will and ingnored all those prejudices.
Tu Hieu Temple
The rumor came to the king of Tu Duc then he decided to make things up. The truth was Nhat Dinh still taking care of his mother by feed fishes and meats while constantly loyal in Buddhist. Being touched by the reality, then later in 1848, one year after the death of Thien Dinh, Tu Duc has ordered to build a temple for worshping and reminding of the noble gesture. He then named the temple as “Tu Hieu”, means piety in Vietnamese.
Tu Hieu Temple – The typical Hue architecture
Not only associated with the touching story of filial piety, Tu Hieu pagoda is also famous forthe harmonious combination of architecture and poetic nature. This is also one of the highlights of the Hue pagodas which are always in harmony with nature.
Tu Hieu pagoda gradually appeared with airy space, charming paintings, just bring the simplicity and style of Hue imperial architecture. This is reflected in each of the carvings, in the way embossed and decorated ceramics on the relief with dragon phoenix pattern.
Tu Hieu Temple
At Tu Hieu temple, tourists will discover its traditional architecture, which forms the Chinese character “Khau.” The main temple is dedicated to Buddha and the altar behind, dedicated to the saints of Hue. Tu Hieu has a peaceful setting with a serene half moon lake, blooming lotus and poetic view. Moreover, Visitors can enjoy the landscape and feed the fish in the lake. Beside, the courtyard and old relics will take the tourists through centuries of history. Especially, the temple has 70 monks. They welcome visitors to the temples and listen to their chanting daily at 4.30am, 10am, noon, 4pm and 7pm.
Motorbike – the best way to explore Tu Hieu Temple
The convenient location of the tomb gives tourist many ways to get here and the best one if by motorbike. Hue motorbike rental will provide you the cheapest, strongest, most stable and support for your trip. Also, Hue motorbike tour full day is an ideal choice for you as our friendly tour guide and supporters are ready. Let’s take a trip and we are ready for the memorable trip with you!
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