Tran Quoc Pagoda

Tran Quoc Pagoda is the oldest pagodas in Hanoi. It was constructed in the 6^th century during the reign of King Ly Nam De and was then named Khai Quoc, which means: "founding the country". 

It was first built outside the Yen Phu dike and then moved to West Lake. It has been called at different times An Quoc, Tran Quoc, and Tran Bac. With architecture harmonious with nature, the pagoda complements the beautiful scenery around the lake.

This famous Buddhist Pagoda is situated by Thanh Nien road, in Tay Ho district.

Much of the existing building originated from the last repair work done in 1815, including the triple gate, the main pagoda, the sitting room, the ancestral worshipping chamber, and the garden tower.