Bat Pagoda -The mystery of the 400 year old pagoda

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1 The most detailed introduction to Bat Pagoda Soc Trang

With an age of more than 400 years, Bat Pagoda has become an important religious symbol of the people of Soc Trang. In addition to bringing religious respect, this pagoda also preserves mysterious legends. It promises to bring new experiences on your journey to Soc Trang. Let’s explore the mysteries of this pagoda with SOHA GROUP !

The most detailed introduction to Bat Pagoda Soc Trang

Bat Pagoda is also known as Ma Toc Pagoda or Mahatup Pagoda. This is one of the famous spiritual destinations in Soc Trang that attracts many people to explore. The architectural complex here represents the religious culture of the Khmer ethnic community. And has been recognized as a National Artistic Monument since 1999.

Today, Pagoda is not only a gathering place and a place to organize traditional festivals of ethnic communities in the area. It is also an attractive tourist destination that attracts a large number of tourists to explore.

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Where is Bat Pagoda? Bat Pagoda travel guide

Bat Pagoda address: located on Van Ngoc Chinh street, Ward 3, Soc Trang city.

Traveling to Soc Trang is not too difficult. If you start from Can Tho, it only takes you about 1 hour by motorbike or about 45 minutes by car. The total distance from Can Tho to Soc Trang is about 60km. The easy way for self-guided tours to Soc Trang is to follow National Highway 1A to Hau Giang province. When you reach Nga Bay town, you will enter Soc Trang province.

From the center of Soc Trang City towards Bat Pagoda, you just need to go south about 800m on Hai Ba Trung Street to reach the intersection with Tran Hung Dao Street. Or you can also go in the direction of 30/4 Street. Continue moving on Tran Hung Dao Street about 800m until you reach the roundabout. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit to Le Hong Phong Street and continue for about 850m. Turn right onto Van Ngoc Chinh Street and go about 1.0km more to reach Bat Pagoda.

When should I visit Bat Pagoda?

The weather in Soc Trang is very pleasant, so visitors can come here at any time of the year. The climate of Soc Trang can be divided into two seasons: dry season and rainy season. The rainy season usually starts from May to October. While the dry season lasts from November to April of the following year. The average annual temperature in Soc Trang fluctuates around 26 degrees Celsius and there are rarely storms or floods.

The best time to travel to Soc Trang is around the 10th lunar month every year. At this time, you not only have the opportunity to visit famous tourist attractions with a pleasant atmosphere. But you can also participate in the Ooc-Om-Bok festival. This is the biggest festival of the Khmer community. During this festival, you can participate in two main activities: Ngo boat racing and releasing water lanterns. With suitable weather and vibrant festivals, the 10th lunar month is the ideal time to explore Soc Trang and participate in the unique cultural experience of the Khmer people.

History of the formation of Bat Pagoda Soc Trang

According to the remaining ancient documents, the construction of Bat Pagoda began in 1569. That is, more than 440 years ago. Initially, the main hall of the pagoda was built only with bamboo and leaves. It was later upgraded with bricks and tiled roofs. In 1960, the pagoda underwent a major renovation in the main hall area. Since then, the pagoda has undergone many renovations and renovations until it has the beauty and solemnity it has today.

Pattern on the corner of the temple roof

In 2008, the pagoda encountered an unfortunate incident when the main hall area caught fire. However, good news came in April 2009. The main hall area was restored to its original state. In 2013, the Bat Pagoda tourist area in Soc Trang province officially came into operation. Although financial resources are not abundant, this tourist area has been equipped with a spacious parking lot and other facilities such as restaurants, electric cars, etc. to serve tourists.

Patterns on the wall inside the main hall

Since 1999, Bat Pagoda has been recognized as a national historical and cultural relic. To this day, the Soc Trang provincial government is considering policies to preserve and develop this place. In order to combine religious education and turn Bat Pagoda into a familiar tourist destination of the province.