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Bai Dinh Pagoda

Van Giand, Ninh Binh, Vietnam
Ranked #3 of 6 attractions in Ninh Binh
4.0 of 5 stars 18 Reviews
Type: Religious Sites
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San Jose, California
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

It's a beautiful temple, must see. You will need to walk a bit since it's going up the hill with many steps. I think it's an easy walk; however, if you're not a regular walker, it could be hard. You need just to wear a pair of comfortable shoes. I wore slippers. It's really hot in April. If you go... More

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Manila, Manila, Philippines
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

Lots of steps, and some pestery paid photographers, but the buddhas and views are worth the hike.

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Adelaide, Australia
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

I have 4 current guidebooks, and this isn't in any of them. It should be: there are 3 lovely pagodas, a bell tower, and a lovely area to walk around.

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Melbourne, Australia
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012

The Pagoda itself is very interesting and worth a visit, though the construction around it is strange and over the top. They seem to be getting ready for the pagoda world games. Everything they are building is HUGE, and they are also putting in a hotel/resort. Just can't help but think they have ruined a beautiful spot by trying to... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2012

To get to the pagoda's top requires a steep climb up about 300-odd steps, but rewards with stunning views. There is a fish pond nearby and a sort of orchard. The inside of the pagoda is not overwhelming, fitting the landscape.

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Munich, Germany
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2012

This is the biggest pagoda I have seen on my travel and it is not finished yet. There is no entrance fee and from the top of the hill you have a wonderful view of the region. Simply impressive - worth to see!

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Ninh Binh, Vietnam
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2012

I normally come there when no festival or too many people come since at this time you may see the peaceful pagoda and can relax with the beautiful view. In Tet's holiday and other Vietnamese national holidays, they have festivals and usually very crowded. Come in the autumn is the finest time in the year. Wish you like it!

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Athens
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2012

If you are in the area, you should visit this old pagoda, but you should not come here only for this.

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64 reviews 64 reviews
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28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 December 2011

One of the biggest temple complexes in south east asia i think. Still under construction when we were there in dec. 2011 but definitely worth it. Its free also.

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Singapore
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 December 2011

The climb was a little tough and crowded and the locals trying to peddle goods were a little unsettling and irritating after a while but the view was nice.

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