Ta Cu Mountain is currently a "hot" tourist destination of Binh Thuan. Ta Cu mountain tourism attracts visitors by its majestic mountain scenery, romantic cable car, and sacred temples for tourists to make pilgrimages to Buddha.
General introduction about Ta Cu mountain
Ta Cu Mountain is located along National Highway 1A, in the territory of Tan Lap Commune, Ham Thuan Nam District. With an altitude of 649m, this place is an interesting climbing place. Ta Cu Mountain Pagoda is a complex of pagodas including Upper Pagoda (Linh Son Truong Tho), and Lower Pagoda (Long Doan).
Ta Cu climate is cool and fresh all year round. Many kinds of precious wood such as cedarwood, rosemary, ... covered the whole mountain. From the rocky crevice, there is a small clear stream flowing out, the spring water is very cool and clear. It can be said that this place is charming, rustic, peaceful and poetic.
The road to the mountain pagoda is more than 2,500m long, through many high slopes with many impressive landmarks such as: Ban Ha rock, Ban Thuong rock, Bang Lang slope, Yen Ngu slope, etc. Going deep into the mountain, visitors will admire the beautiful mountains. Buddha statue. In particular, the 49m long and 11m high reclining Buddha is the most impressive statue here.
East of the top of the mountain is a deep cave containing many mysteries called To Cave. To cave is structured by many stone blocks, the cave is quite dark, the cave is narrow and low.
Moving up Ta Cu mountain
From the foot of Ta Cu mountain, there are 2 ways to move up the mountain.
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The first way: Visitors can climb the mountain, follow more than 1,000 winding stone steps, thread through the vast forest. It takes about a day to reach the top of the mountain. With this route, it is suitable for adventurous travelers who love to climb mountains to explore, have health and want to sleep in the mountains.
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Road 2: Visitors can take the cable car to Ta Cu mountain. Taking the cable car saves you time because it only takes about 15 minutes to reach the top of the mountain. Above all, sitting in the cable car cabin, you can comfortably enjoy the view of the mountains, and Thuan Nam town.
Schedule to visit the temple complex on Ta Cu mountain
Ta Cu Mountain Pagoda consists of a complex of pagodas formed based on the mountain position. The construction architecture is typical of the Northern Tong sect. The pagoda has been restored many times, the ancient beauty is still preserved. Let's explore the temples here.
Linh Son Truong Tho Pagoda
Linh Son Truong Tho Pagoda is located halfway up the mountain at an altitude of 420m. The overall structure of Linh Son Truong Tho pagoda includes the architecture of Buddha statues, shrines, tomb towers and That Bao pond which were built later. The project is massive and unique. The statue of Shakyamuni Buddha entering nirvana in the lying position is 49m long, 11m high, with his back leaning against the cliff, resting his head on his hand, which is the longest statue in Vietnam.
It can be said that this place is a harmonious natural picture with pagodas, forest trees, proud rocks, murmuring streams, ... all quiet next to the majestic statue.
To Temple
To Pagoda was built from about 1870 - 1880. The pagoda is divided into 3 compartments: the middle is the main hall to worship Buddha, the right side is the place to worship Huu Duc ancestor, the left side is the pagoda house.
The pagoda was built with characteristics of Buddhist architectural art, breaking through the architectural style of the Nguyen Dynasty. The temple has ancient beauty and majesty.
Long Doan Pagoda
Located on the eastern mountainside of To Pagoda, Long Doan Pagoda was built perfectly, roofed with yin and yang tiles in harmony. The main hall is surrounded by a wall built of split stone that looks very superficial. The temple campus has the tomb tower of the ancestors and the ancestors. There are also many fruit trees planted here, creating a harmonious green color for the temple.
Having fun at Ta Cu mountain
Go fishing
Fishing at Ta Cu mountain is loved by many tourists when coming here. Fishing while sitting, watching the scenery, relaxing by the clear blue water. It will be more interesting after fishing you can process and enjoy the spoils on the spot.
Go swan pedaling water
The service of swans pedaling the water takes visitors around the calm water, green space. Extremely interesting service suitable for everyone, especially couples and families with young children.
Go sightseeing by tram
This is a special service of Ta Cu mountain tourist area. Sitting on the tram going through the paved roads, winding bends, ... you will see Ta Cu larger and more beautiful.
Conquering the top of the Venom Tru
The 694m high Noc Tru Peak is a destination for those who love trekking. Climbing to the top of Noc Tru will be interesting when you can easily see many rare plants, go through many interesting places such as: Ban Ha Rock, Bang Lang slope blooming purple in a mountain area,... watching the mountains, listening to the birds singing, or accidentally meeting wild animals, ...
To the top of the mountain, visitors will be satisfied with the scenery of clouds and sky in Binh Thuan from afar. In particular, you will receive a reward prepared by TTC World - Ta Cu which is a rustic meal.