Ba Chua Xu Temple (Sam Mountain)
Miếu Bà Chúa Xứ Núi Sam
The most popular folk-belief temple in southern Vietnam, dedicated to the Lady of Sam Mountain (Bà Chúa Xứ). Millions of worshippers visit each year.
The temple sits at the foot of Sam Mountain. It was founded in the early 19th century, and its three-tier, upturned glazed roofs blend Vietnamese, Chinese, and Khmer styles. The stone statue of the Lady, enshrined in the main hall, is said to have been discovered by villagers on the mountaintop. Worshippers come to pray for wealth and safety, and offerings pile up in the main hall. The Lady's festival in late April of the lunar calendar is a national intangible cultural heritage event, and crowds are huge. Entry is free. Keep your belongings safe, and be cautious of vendors pushing incense.
Opening hours
Open all day (main hall about 05:00–22:00)
Nearby sights
- Tomb of Thoai Ngoc Hau
- Tay An Pagoda
- Sam Mountain (Nui Sam)
- Cave Pagoda (Phuoc Dien Pagoda)
- Chau Doc Market
- Chau Doc Floating Village & Fish Farms
- Cham Village & Mubarak Mosque
- Tra Su Cajuput Forest