Tân Thanh Temple

About

Tân Thanh Temple is a Buddhist complex near the border crossing of the same name. Curved tiled roofs, timber components and Vietnamese lettering in its decoration give it a clear identity amid the mountains of the border region.

Visitor information

Founded

Construction began in 2015.

Visiting hours

Visiting hours may vary with the temple's daily religious schedule. Please contact the temple before your visit.

Fees

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

Address

Khu vực cửa khẩu Tân Thanh, xã Hoàng Văn Thụ, tỉnh Lạng Sơn; thuộc Văn Lãng trước đây.

Highlights

• ✓Three-entrance gate and traditional tiled roofs
• ✓A timber-framed Three Jewels hall
• ✓Horizontal boards and parallel couplets in Vietnamese
• ✓Mountain scenery at the Tân Thanh border crossing

History and origins

Construction began in 2015 with donations from Buddhist devotees and other community resources. In 2022, the Lạng Sơn Provincial People's Committee recognised it as a provincial tourism destination. This is a modern temple inspired by traditional architecture.

Architecture & surroundings

The complex has a three-entrance gate, courtyard, Three Jewels hall and associated shrines. Tiered tiled roofs, timber frames, dragon details and stone statues form a dignified central sequence. Vietnamese inscribed boards, parallel couplets and lettering on bricks are details noted in materials about the temple.

Cultural value

Besides serving Buddhist worship, the temple helps preserve Vietnamese architectural and linguistic identity in the border-crossing area. A space commemorating people who contributed to defending the frontier connects gratitude with local religious and cultural life.

Events & festivals

Tân Thanh Temple's festival takes place on the 9th day of the first lunar month. The 2025 festival was held on 6/2, combining incense offerings, then singing, lion dancing and the Văn Lãng Ethnic Communities Cultural Festival. Please follow temple and local announcements for each year's programme.