The highlight of the inner courtyard is the 13-story pagoda on the left and the 63-meter-tall Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara statue on the right. The outer courtyard features a three-entrance gate, a main hall, an ancestral house, a convention hall, a meditation hall, a bell tower, and a drum tower, all harmoniously designed in a beautiful and picturesque space, which visitors liken to a miniature Ha Long Bay. 
The serene and picturesque setting of Truc Lam Zen Institute in An Giang has drawn comparisons to a miniature Ha Long Bay. Photo: Huy Tran
Recently, captivating and tranquil images of the Truc Lam Zen Institute in An Giang have been widely shared on social media. The photographer behind these stunning visuals is Huy Tran (age 31, from Long Xuyen City, An Giang), a young man with a passion for photography.
Interestingly, Huy Tran captured these photos back in March 2023, but they continue to garner attention and appreciation. “On weekends, I often seek out locations near the city to find photographic inspiration and, at the same time, introduce others to the beauty of An Giang. The Zen Institute exudes a sense of tranquility and offers a plethora of picturesque vistas,” shared Huy.
The Zen Institute showcases traditional Buddhist architectural styles. Photo: Huy Tran
The Zen Institute boasts two large fish ponds. Visitors can feed the fish and enjoy the unique experience of being surrounded by a school of fish. Photo: Huy Tran
Truc Lam Zen Institute is part of the Oc Eo – Ba The archaeological site, Lake Ong Thoai, and other tourist attractions. Thus, it not only serves the spiritual needs of the people but also adds to the ecological tourism landscape, preserving and promoting the traditional values of Buddhism while connecting historical and cultural sites in the region.
The Zen Institute’s spacious grounds offer a sense of openness while maintaining a solemn atmosphere. Photo: Huy Tran
An Giang is a culturally rich province, home to four ethnic groups: Kinh, Cham, Hoa, and Khmer, with numerous religious and spiritual sites and traditional festivals.
In recent years, An Giang’s tourism sector has focused on developing various tourism types, with a particular emphasis on spiritual tourism centered around Sam Mountain, Cam Mountain, and various temples, shrines, and pagodas in the Seven Mountains region.
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