Ba Chua Xu Temple of Sam Mountain

Bùi Thụy Đào Nguyên · CC BY-SA 3.0

A sacred temple at the foot of Sam Mountain, one of the greatest pilgrimage sites in the southwestern Mekong region.

At the foot of Sam Mountain, the Ba Chua Xu Temple stands majestic with its soaring curved roofs and brilliant gold-and-vermilion hues. Each year, millions of pilgrims travel here to pray for peace and prosperity, especially during the Lady Temple Festival in the fourth lunar month. Incense smoke swirls, and devout prayers blend with a vibrant spiritual rhythm. This is not only a place of worship but also a distinctive cultural feature of the Chau Doc region, a meeting point of the Kinh, Khmer, Cham and Hoa peoples.

Visitor information

When is the best time to visit Ba Chua Xu Temple of Sam Mountain?

Fourth lunar month (festival season)

How long do you need at Ba Chua Xu Temple of Sam Mountain?

1–2 hours

What are the opening hours of Ba Chua Xu Temple of Sam Mountain?

All day

Did you know

The Ba Chua Xu Festival of Sam Mountain is a national intangible cultural heritage.
It draws millions of pilgrims every year.
It sits at the foot of Sam Mountain, near Chau Doc city.

Travel tips

Visit during the Lady Temple Festival (fourth lunar month) to feel the festival atmosphere.
Dress respectfully when entering the temple and mind your belongings in the crowds.

Source: https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q32208850

Updated: 2026-08-06