Jade Emperor Pagoda

Chùa Ngọc Hoàng

#6 in Ho Chi Minh City / #49 in Vietnam

by Gary Todd from Xinzheng, China

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The Jade Emperor Pagoda, also known as Chùa Ngọc Hoàng, is a prominent Taoist temple located in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Built in 1909 by the Cantonese community, the pagoda is dedicated to the Jade Emperor, Ngoc Hoang, the supreme god in Taoist belief. The temple features intricate carvings, statues, and altars that depict various Taoist deities and mythical creatures. Its interior is a feast for the eyes, with incense smoke filling the air and offerings placed by devotees.

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