Ha Temple

About

Ha Temple stands on a wooded hill and preserves many features of traditional architecture and art in Phú Bình. Its roofs, stone columns, devotional images and old ritual objects are noteworthy features of a visit.

Visitor information

Founded

Local sources trace the temple to around the 18th century under the Lê dynasty.

Visiting hours

Visiting hours may change with the temple’s practice schedule; please ask the temple before your visit.

Fees

No fee has been confirmed by the temple. Please check notices at the site; external services may be charged separately.

Address

Xóm Xúm, xã Phú Bình, tỉnh Thái Nguyên; thuộc vùng làng Lộng, xã Nhã Lộng, huyện Phú Bình trước đây.

Highlights

• ✓An old temple among trees in Lộng village.
• ✓A 工-shaped plan with stone columns and timber structures.
• ✓Traditional statues and ritual furnishings, and a spring festival in the middle of the first lunar month.

History and origins

The temple’s formal name is Bà Ha tự, and it is described as originating around the 18th century. Despite repeated repairs in later centuries, it retains valuable architectural components and objects. The site became a National Relic in 2004. Local historical records also note its use for storing military provisions and weapons during the resistance.

Architecture & surroundings

The main temple has a 工-shaped plan with a seven-bay front hall and four-bay upper sanctuary; the grounds also include an ancestral hall and Mother Goddess shrine. The bell tower, which doubles as the gateway, has overlapping roof tiers. Stone columns, timberwork, horizontal inscription boards, parallel inscriptions and devotional statues create multiple layers of artistic interest. Objects such as incense burners, offering stands and old images should be viewed gently without touching.

Cultural value

The temple reflects the relationship between Buddhism and village life in Lộng. Preserving statues and ritual objects and organizing festivals enable successive generations to encounter traditional art while maintaining community cultural activities.

Events & festivals

The 2026 spring festival was held on 2–3 March, corresponding to the 14th–15th days of the first lunar month, with incense offerings, performances, sports and folk games. Please follow temple and local announcements for future years’ programmes.