Do Temple

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An ancient temple honoring eight Ly Dynasty kings, an imposing structure in the storied land of Kinh Bac.

Do Temple, also known as Co Phap Palace, is dedicated to the eight kings of the Ly Dynasty, the royal house that opened Dai Viet's brilliant civilization. Located in Dinh Bang village, the temple was built in the time of Ly Cong Uan and restored over many centuries, with symmetrical architecture and majestic curved roofs reflected in a crescent-shaped pond. Each year on the full moon of the third lunar month, the Do Temple Festival vividly re-enacts King Ly Thai To's move of the capital to Thang Long. This is where the cultural essence of Kinh Bac converges, bound up with the sweet, captivating melodies of quan ho folk song.

Visitor information

When is the best time to visit Do Temple?

Third to fourth lunar month

How long do you need at Do Temple?

Half a day

What are the opening hours of Do Temple?

07:00 - 18:00

Did you know

Honors eight kings of the Ly Dynasty, beginning with Ly Thai To (Ly Cong Uan).
Also called Co Phap Palace, in the ancient village of Dinh Bang.
The Do Temple Festival is held on the 15th day of the third lunar month each year.
The Water Pavilion on the crescent pond is where quan ho singing is performed.

Travel tips

Pair your visit with quan ho singing during the festival in the third lunar month.
Visit the nearby Dinh Bang communal house to admire its exquisite woodwork.

Source: https://vi.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C4%90%E1%BB%81n_%C4%90%C3%B4

Updated: 2026-08-06