Truc Lam Zen Monastery Dalat is located in Tuyen Lam Lake, known for its stunning scenery, unique architecture and cool freshness. If you want a peaceful place and far away from the bustle and hustling in the city, you should come here. Tourists can meditate and learn more about Buddhist teachings. 

Truc Lam Zen Monastery Dalat Overview

• Address: Truc Lam Yen Tu Street, Ward 3, Dalat City, Lam Dong Province
• Opening hours: From 5:00 am to 9:00 am
• Entrance fee: Free

Truc Lam Zen Monastery is situated on Truc Lam Yen Tu street, on the Phuong Hoang mountain, about 5km south in Dalat city. This place is one of the beautiful destinations to explore. Standing from Truc Lam Zen Monastery, you can see the panoramic view of Tuyen Lam lake, surrounded by hills and forest, creating a stunning view. 

Truc Lam Zen Monastery Dalat

The opening hours of Truc Lam Zen Monastery's are from 5:00 am in the morning to 9:00 pm in the evening. Tourists can stay overnight after being allowed monks or nuns here. 

Truc Lam Buddhist Monastery was constructed in 1993 and completed in 1994 by Zen Master Thich Thanh Tu after the Vietnamese government initiated promotion of the teaching of Zen Buddhism and Truc Lam Yen Tu Zen School. Truc Lam, the meaning of Bamboo forest.

The beauty of view at Truc Lam Buddhist Monastery

With its advantageous location, pleasant climate and poetic nature, there are a large number of local and international people who come here each year to learn about Zen Buddhism and enjoy the peaceful scenery. 

History of Truc Lam Zen Buddhist Monastery

Truc Lam Zen Monastery is not only attractive with the stunning view but aslo unique architecture to behold. This place is designed with oriental architecture, meticulous details. There are 2 main areas in Truc Lam Buddhist Monastery: the external area and the monks and nuns. 

To get to the gate of the main hall, you can pass up 222 steps through a triple arch. Catching your eye, that is curved roofs with intricate wooden carvings, surrounded by many different statues. 

The yard in Truc Lam Buddhist Monastery

Stepping inside, you will be in awe of the 2-meter-tall statue of Sakyamuni Buddha with two Bodhisattva statues. 

There is a drum tower and a bell tower, located on the outside of the courtyard. Besides, you can see the colorful flowers and many precious plant species. You can admire and enjoy the fresh atmosphere and peaceful scenery.

What to do in Truc Lam Zen Monastery? 

Trekking in the top of Phuong Hoang mountain

Experience trekking in Phuong Hoang mountain is one of top things to do in Truc Lam Zen Monastery. You can see the captivating beauty of Truc Lam Buddhist Monastery when you trek in the mountains. 

The girl conquered Phoenix Mountain

Tourists have an opportunity to come across steep hills, rocky terrain and admire the beauty of forest views. Besides, you can explore the flora and fauna and interact with local ethnic communities. 

 Enjoy a retreat course at the monastery.

Every year, many people find Truc Lam Zen Monastery to experience the retreat course. The course will help you feel peace in your soul. The retreat course does not distinguish anyone who wants to practice meditation. At the end of a course, you can focus on yourself, more good spirit. 

Go a boat on Tuyen Lam Lake

Tuyen Lam lake is quite close to the monastery. You can go on a boat. Explore the majestic pine forests, misty hills, blue water and beautiful flower gardens. You will feel peaceful as well as lost in a paradise, leaving your worries behind. 

Take a boat trip and admire the beautiful Tuyen Lam Lake

How to get to Truc Lam Zen Monastery? 

The monastery is about 5k km far away from Dalat city. It takes about 15-20 minutes by car to transfer to the Truc Lam Buddhist Monastery. There are many options such as cars, taxis, motorbikes to get to monastery, depending on your budget, the route. 

Tourists can admire the panoramic view of Truc Lam Zen Monastery and Tuyen Lam Lake from above, if you get to a cable car from Robin Hill to the Monastery. 

From Robin Hill, you buy a cable car ticket with the price from 80.000 VND/one-trip and 100.000 VND/round trip. After a 2km journey from Robin Hill, you will approach the monastery. 

Take the cable car from Robin Hill to Truc Lam Zen Monastery

Besides, you can book Dalat tour 1 day by private from Vietnam Trust Car Rental. Visitors can visit many famous destinations in the city, creating memorable experiences on your vacation. 

If you come to Dalat, you don't miss out visiting Truc Lam Zen Monastery. Soaking yourself in a peaceful monastery and the stunning scenery, helps you to dispel fatigue. Besides, this place connects your soul with the world around you.