Located in the Nui Voi scenic complex, Long Hoa Pagoda is an ancient pagoda with a strong imprint of Buddhist history and culture in the coastal region of the North.
According to history books, the pagoda was built in 1099 under the reign of King Ly Nhan Tong, at the same time as Tuong Long tower in Do Son, once playing an important role in the Buddhist center of Nui Voi - Do Son of ancient Dai Viet.
Experiencing many historical upheavals, the pagoda was degraded before being restored and renovated on a large scale in the period 2008 - 2024. Currently, the entire campus of about 7.5ha is built spaciously with many items in the traditional architectural style, mainly using four-tiered wood.
In the pagoda complex, the Dai Hung Bao Dien tower and a large-scale Buddha statue system stand out. In particular, the 15-ton bronze statue of Buddha Shakyamuni is considered one of the most prominent highlights, and is also recognized as the largest bronze statue in Hai Phong.
In addition, the pagoda grounds also have a statue of Tran Nhan Tong over 5m high placed on Voi Mountain, creating a majestic and sacred appearance for the entire spiritual space.
Every beginning of the year, especially during the Nui Voi festival season, Long Hoa Pagoda attracts a large number of tourists and Buddhists to offer incense, worship Buddha, and seek peace amidst the peaceful mountain scenery.
Besides Long Hoa Pagoda, the Nui Voi relic complex also gathers many prominent historical and cultural sites such as the temple of General Le Chan, the City Party Committee Cave, the Hung Voi Cave, the Chi Lai communal house - pagoda or the Gia Vi cave. With majestic natural landscapes and long-standing historical values, this place has become an attractive destination for tourists from all over.
