Tân Bảo Temple

About

Tân Bảo is a Northern-tradition Buddhist temple closely connected with Buddhist life in the Lào Cai border region. It is being relocated and rebuilt at a new site; the photographs presented are documentary images of the former temple grounds.

Visitor information

Founded

Traditionally linked to the Trần period; the main hall was rebuilt in 1992, and work at a new site began in 2026.

Visiting hours

The temple is undergoing relocation and construction. Before visiting, please confirm with the Buddhist Executive Board or the temple where ceremonies are currently held and whether visitors can be received.

Fees

No fee has been confirmed by the temple. Please check the information posted on arrival; outside services may be charged separately.

Address

Địa điểm xây dựng mới: tổ 27, phường Lào Cai, tỉnh Lào Cai. Chùa trước đây ở khu vực đường Lê Lợi, gần sông Nậm Thi và cửa khẩu.

Highlights

• ✓Buddhist heritage in the border region
• ✓Documentary photographs of the former grounds
• ✓A Northern-tradition Buddha hall
• ✓A new complex at residential group 27

History and origins

A Trần-period origin is transmitted in local tradition and is not a verified foundation date. The temple was completely destroyed in 1979; its main hall was completed in 1992 and its three-entrance gate in 2002. According to the Ministry of Ethnic and Religious Affairs, construction at residential group 27 began on 25/7/2026 and is planned to continue until 2029.

Architecture & surroundings

The former grounds had a three-entrance gate, layers of curved roofs and a Buddha hall in the Northern Buddhist tradition. The new site is planned to include a Three Jewels hall, patriarchs' hall and three-entrance gate for Buddhist study, practice and community activities. Under the plan announced in 2026, construction is scheduled to continue until 2029.

Cultural value

Tân Bảo helps connect Buddhist communities in the border region and houses the headquarters of the provincial Buddhist Executive Board. The new site is intended to support study and practice, Dharma teaching and community activities.

Events & festivals

The groundbreaking ceremony for the new complex took place on 25/7/2026. Ceremonies and study schedules may change during relocation. Please follow direct announcements from the temple and the Buddhist Executive Board.