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Thien vien Truc Lam
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Thien vien Truc Lam

Getting around: About 5km south of central Da Lat, overlooking Tuyen Lam Lake — reachable by taxi/Grab, or by cable car from the Robin Hill station near the city center, which is the more scenic route.
Hours: Typically open daily, roughly 7am-5pm.

Truc Lam Zen Monastery is a large, active Zen Buddhist monastery set on a hill above Tuyen Lam Lake, notable for both its scale — it's one of the largest Zen monasteries in Vietnam — and for the cable car that carries visitors most of the way there from central Da Lat, itself a scenic ride over pine forest.

The grounds include manicured gardens and flower beds tended partly by resident monks, along with views down over the lake, making it as much a peaceful walk as a religious visit.

Thien vien Truc Lam FAQs

Is the cable car worth taking?

Yes, it's a scenic 15-20 minute ride over pine forest and is the most popular way to reach the monastery.

Is there an entrance fee for the monastery itself?

The monastery grounds are generally free to enter; the cable car has a separate fee.

Can I combine this with Tuyen Lam Lake?

Yes, they're right next to each other, and many visitors add a boat ride on the lake after visiting the monastery.

What should I wear?

Modest clothing, as it's an active monastery.

How long should I plan for?

1-1.5 hours including the cable car ride and a walk around the grounds.

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