Bat Pagoda (Mahatup)
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A Khmer temple in Soc Trang with over 400 years of history, where thousands of fruit bats hang from ancient trees and fly out in flocks at dusk.
Bat Pagoda, formally Mahatup Pagoda, was founded in the late 16th century and is one of Soc Trang's most famous Khmer Theravada temples. Its buildings feature golden spires, painted murals and naga decorations. Large numbers of fruit bats roost in the tall fruit trees in the temple grounds. They hang upside down by day, and at dusk they stream out of the temple in flocks to forage, a striking sight. Entry is free, but shoes must be removed before entering the hall. Located on the southern outskirts of Soc Trang city, about 60 km from Can Tho (roughly 1.5 hours' drive), it is often combined with Kh'Leang Pagoda and Clay Pagoda in a day trip to Soc Trang.
Opening hours
About 06:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Kh'Leang Pagoda
- Clay Pagoda (Buu Son Tu)
- Nga Bay Floating Market
- Sau Hoai Hu Tieu Noodle Workshop
- Can Tho Bridge
- Cai Rang Floating Market
- Can Tho Ancient Market Hall
- Ninh Kieu Night Market