Ong Nui Temple
Ong Nui Temple
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Andrew M
2 contributions
Jul 2024 • Friends
The view was great. But I got robbed by the motorcycle staff that bring you up to the temple. Some of the staff saw my driver put my money clip in his car but security couldn’t get him to say anything. Lost 400USD. Even at the Buddhist temple you can’t let your guard down. There’s nicer places to see in VN that I feel are safer.
Written July 29, 2024
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JSTrip_77
Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina1,233 contributions
Jan 2022
From what I am told, this is the biggest Buddha not only in Vietnam but in all of SE Asia. That said, I've seen that claimed several times so who knows. Still, it's impressive. There are loads of workers still building other elements of this enormous complex. But, you can already climb to endless stairs to the Buddha. At the top, you can turn around and take in the expansive views of the Ky Co beach, the narrow strip of land with the town and hotels - and then massive rice fields. The site is currently free - most likely because it is unfinished. Don't be dissuaded by the closed gates. The workers will welcome you in through the sort of locked gate.
Written January 5, 2022
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Hoang Vo
Da Nang, Vietnam374 contributions
Jul 2020 • Solo
It's a long stairs to the top, like going to heaven. Very tired, should take break every pitstop. Bring water and umbrella. And go as soon as you can to avoid groups and the heat.
But after a long climbing, the view is really amazing. And chill up in there.
But after a long climbing, the view is really amazing. And chill up in there.
Written July 21, 2020
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Hai Phan (Francis)
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
The pagoda was designed in a really nice location. Good for religion visit in Qui Nhon. You can come here after visit Ky Co - Eo Gio attraction
Written February 15, 2020
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rose quynhon
Quy Nhon, Vietnam9 contributions
Feb 2019
The Buddha statue sits on a lotus , halfway up the mountain, at an altitude of 129 m above sea level, overlooking the East Sea, with its back leaning on the highest mountain in the Nui Ba complex. At the foot of the statue is the center of the Buddhist sermon and the Arhat corridor, the Buddhist library, the Xa Loi Buddha museum, where visitors come to worship
Written December 14, 2019
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Phuong Le
Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province, Vietnam127 contributions
Apr 2019 • Solo
Visited here on April 2019
This called the biggest Budha statue of ASEAN.
Located far from the center of QuyNhon city
600 steps to the top of mountain.
Recommend when you visit here
This called the biggest Budha statue of ASEAN.
Located far from the center of QuyNhon city
600 steps to the top of mountain.
Recommend when you visit here
Written July 25, 2019
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Aussie_Travel_Writer
Sydney, Australia2,659 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
We've been travelling in Asia a fair bit and we've been to almost every pagoda and temple in each place we visited and this one in my mind tops them all as far as imposing and grand goes! It is massive and even more impressive inside - the walls are lined floor to ceiling with gold buddha statues! Mind blown!
It takes 759 steps the top (I counted them!) and back down, which we did in 32 degree heat - it was hectic, but so worth it! (Our guide dropped us off at the bottom and checked several times if we were up for it - maybe not thinking these two oldies will make it. About an hour later he called us to see if we made it to the top yet and we were already back down at the bottom, much to his surprise! LOL)
I believe there is an option to be driven to the top but don't quote me on it. We were the only people there that day and we did not see any cars or tuk-tuks or motorbikes when we got to the top. That said, we're not really fit and although we had to stop every 20 steps or so to catch our breath, I never felt like we would have to turn around.
Even if there is an option to be driven to the top, I would really recommend the climb to enjoy all the statues along the way and the amazing views as you go. (And to revel in the achievement of making it all the way!)
Also, this temple is a bit of a drive and out the way - you'll need to hire a driver with a car, so I'm guessing that's why not too many people go there.
It takes 759 steps the top (I counted them!) and back down, which we did in 32 degree heat - it was hectic, but so worth it! (Our guide dropped us off at the bottom and checked several times if we were up for it - maybe not thinking these two oldies will make it. About an hour later he called us to see if we made it to the top yet and we were already back down at the bottom, much to his surprise! LOL)
I believe there is an option to be driven to the top but don't quote me on it. We were the only people there that day and we did not see any cars or tuk-tuks or motorbikes when we got to the top. That said, we're not really fit and although we had to stop every 20 steps or so to catch our breath, I never felt like we would have to turn around.
Even if there is an option to be driven to the top, I would really recommend the climb to enjoy all the statues along the way and the amazing views as you go. (And to revel in the achievement of making it all the way!)
Also, this temple is a bit of a drive and out the way - you'll need to hire a driver with a car, so I'm guessing that's why not too many people go there.
Written January 18, 2024
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Pedro B
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam2 contributions
Feb 2020 • Solo
A Good travel point in Quy Nhon.
Interestingly, there is a vent window in the back of the buddha statue. Check it out.
The Most of important is admission is free
Now.
Interestingly, there is a vent window in the back of the buddha statue. Check it out.
The Most of important is admission is free
Now.
Written February 2, 2020
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Phuong Le
Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province, Vietnam127 contributions
Jul 2019 • Friends
Must visit place when travel to Quy Nhon city VietNam.
Far from city, trip to here by taxi.
Better bring water because of hot weather and lots of stairs
GREAT VIEW
WHOLE CITY IN YOUR EYES
Far from city, trip to here by taxi.
Better bring water because of hot weather and lots of stairs
GREAT VIEW
WHOLE CITY IN YOUR EYES
Written February 2, 2020
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Mr NHD
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam1,194 contributions
Jan 2024 • Friends
If you have the opportunity to come to Quy Nhon, you should take the time to visit and worship Ong Nui Pagoda. This temple is about 30-45 minutes by motorbike from Quy Nhon City. The road to here is quite wild and full of beautiful scenery. Passing wind power towers, immense sand dunes...
Upon arrival, the space is peaceful and spacious. There are 2 ways to get to the Buddha statue: by motorbike at the parking lot with shuttle service at a reasonable price, going up 40k, going down 20k. The second way is to send a motorbike for 10k and climb up the steps to the main hall.
When we get there, we will be able to cover the entire Quy Nhon area as far as the eye can see, hills, mountains and sea.
A place worth worshiping, in the main hall there are Buddha statues surrounding, with scenes of Buddha's birth, enlightenment, entering Nirvana...
Upon arrival, the space is peaceful and spacious. There are 2 ways to get to the Buddha statue: by motorbike at the parking lot with shuttle service at a reasonable price, going up 40k, going down 20k. The second way is to send a motorbike for 10k and climb up the steps to the main hall.
When we get there, we will be able to cover the entire Quy Nhon area as far as the eye can see, hills, mountains and sea.
A place worth worshiping, in the main hall there are Buddha statues surrounding, with scenes of Buddha's birth, enlightenment, entering Nirvana...
Written January 15, 2024
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