Chapter 60 of 72 in Hà Nội: Renowned Historic Buddhist Temples · pages 584–590
Thiên Tuế Temple
Quán Không Temple
Chùa Thiên Tuế
An ancient scenic temple in Phù Lỗ, said to have been headed by Zen Master Quán Không in the Trần period, hence the name Quán Không. A 1654 stele, a 1707 stone incense pillar and a 1793 bell record its restorations.
Key facts
- Address
- Phù Lỗ Đông Village, Sóc Sơn Commune · Open in Google Maps
- Founded
- Traditionally linked to Zen Master Quán Không of the Trần period (according to tradition)
- Heritage status
- No heritage ranking is mentioned in the book
- Book pages
- 584–590
Highlights
- Zen Master Quán Không is said to have presided in the Trần era
- A 1654 stele and a 1707 stone incense pillar
- Bell of 1793 with an inscription by Nguyễn Thuần Phu
Milestones
- 1654 A stele recording the temple's restoration was erected
- 1707 Large restoration: seven-bay front hall and incense terrace built
- 1793 The bell was recast with funds raised by Duke Ninh Quốc
- 2002 Venerable nun Thích Minh Tâm began to head the temple
From the book
Thiên Tuế Temple, also known as Quán Không Temple, is a historic and renowned temple located in Phù Lỗ Đông Village, Sóc Sơn Commune, Hà Nội. Formerly, Phù Lỗ Village belonged to Kim Hoa District, Kinh Bắc Province.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Thiên Tuế Temple?
Thiên Tuế Temple is located at Phù Lỗ Đông Village, Sóc Sơn Commune, Hà Nội, Vietnam.
When was Thiên Tuế Temple founded?
Traditionally linked to Zen Master Quán Không of the Trần period (according to tradition)
Is Thiên Tuế Temple a ranked heritage site?
The book does not state a heritage ranking for this temple.
What is the formal name of Thiên Tuế Temple?
Its formal (literary) name is Quán Không Temple.