Overview of Truc Lam Tay Thien Zen Monastery

Located majestically on the slopes of a high mountain in the Tam Dao range, within Tam Dao commune, Phu Tho province, Truc Lam Tay Thien Zen Monastery is not only one of the three largest Zen monasteries in Vietnam but also a radiant symbol of the Truc Lam Zen sect founded by Buddha Emperor Tran Nhan Tong. In the midst of the vast green mountains and forests, the monastery appears like a giant lotus in the clouds, where the aura of heaven and earth converges and the quintessence of spiritual culture from thousands of generations of the ancestral land. With traditional architecture in harmony with majestic natural scenery, this place gives visitors a feeling of absolute tranquility, completely separate from the hustle and bustle of urban life, bringing us back to the original values and deep peace in the soul.

Truc Lam Tay Thien Zen Monastery

The strong attraction of Truc Lam Tay Thien Zen Monastery lies not only in its grand scale but also in the perfect interaction between human hands and the wild beauty of the ancient jungle. Stepping into the Zen space, visitors will be conquered by massive Buddhist architectural works bearing the artistic imprint of the Tran Dynasty with curved tiled roofs, sturdy wooden columns and exquisitely carved reliefs. The solitude and solemnity combined with the sound of the temple bell echoing amid the mist of the mountain top has affirmed the monastery's position as the "heart" of the Tay Thien scenic complex. 

Outstanding attractions at Truc Lam Tay Thien Zen Monastery

Main hall of the Zen Monastery

The main temple of Zen Monastery

As the soul and the most massive building in the monastery complex, the Main Hall is majestically located on the top of the hill with a height of 17m and a large floor area, enough to accommodate hundreds of Buddhists at the same time. The architecture of the main hall bears the spirit of the Tran Dynasty with a system of sturdy ironwood columns, a curved dragon-scale tiled roof and exquisitely carved reliefs about the life of Buddha. Stepping inside, visitors will feel absolute silence, where the faint scent of incense blends with the gentle light emanating from the giant sandstone Buddha statue, bringing a strange feeling of peace and dignity.

The Ancestral House

The Patriarch's House

Located right behind the Main Hall, the Patriarch's House is the place to worship the three masters of the Truc Lam Zen lineage (Truc Lam Tam To), Buddha Emperor Tran Nhan Tong, Phap Loa and Huyen Quang. This project is built in a traditional architectural style with open space, welcoming light and mountain breezes blowing in from the great Tam Dao mountain. This is where visitors can learn more deeply about the history of formation and development of the Truc Lam Zen sect - a Zen sect with a unique identity of the Vietnamese people. The simplicity of wood combined with ancient horizontal panels and parallel sentences creates a quiet space, helping the traveler's soul become lighter and more peaceful.

The Bell and Drum Lau

Lai Chuong

The two buildings, Bell Tower and Drum Tower, are located symmetrically on both sides of the front yard of the Main Hall, creating a balanced and stable stance for the entire Zen temple. The Bell Tower is where a bronze bell hanging weighing several tons is hung, while the Drum Tower holds a large wooden drum meticulously crafted from ancient trees. Every morning or at sunset, the temple bell echoes throughout the valley of Tam Dao commune, not only signaling the time to practice but also serving as a reminder for people to let go of their worries. Standing from this area, you can admire the panoramic view of the mountains and forests of Phu Tho province hidden in the mist.

Emerald Buddha Statue and Grounds

The Emerald Buddha Statue 

The grounds of the monastery are wonderful The garden has flat paved paths, winding around colorful flower beds and green pine trees all year round. A special highlight is the Emerald Buddha statue carved from monolithic gemstones with extremely beautiful lines, located in the middle of an airy open space. Tourists often spend a lot of time walking here to breathe fresh air, listen to the gurgling sound of streams from afar and enjoy the relaxation of watching the blooming lily ponds at the foot of the Buddha statue. This is also the ideal place to record the most peaceful and pure moments of the journey.

Tam Quan Gate

Tam Quan Gate

The Tam Quan Gate is the entrance to the monastery, designed extremely grandly with three paths symbolizing the three doors of liberation of Buddhism: No Gate, No Form Gate and No Action Gate. The gate was built of precious stone and wood, carved with meaningful lotus symbols and dharma wheels. Standing at the foot of Tam Quan gate, looking up at the roofs soaring straight into the clouds, visitors will feel the majesty of a spiritual work amidst thousands of high mountains. This is not only the first stop to check-in but also the transition from the noisy world outside to the quiet meditation space of the inner temple.

Tay Thien Cable Car System

Tay Thien Cable Car System

Even though it is a modern means of transportation, the cable car system provides an extremely unique sightseeing perspective, connecting the foot of the mountain with the top of the monastery. Sitting in a cabin gliding through the air, visitors will admire the beautiful natural picture of Phu Tho province with dense primeval forests, white silver waterfalls and the panorama of the monastery's architecture appearing in the clouds. This is an exciting experience that helps you grasp the magnificence of the Tam Dao range before entering the pure space of Buddhism.

Suggested other attractions in the Tay Thien scenic area:

  • The Great Mandala Stupa: A unique Vajrayana Buddhist architectural work with exquisitely carved lines, located right at the gateway leading to the entrance. Zen monastery.

  • Upper Tay Thien Temple: Place to worship the National Mother Lang Thi Tieu, located on the highest mountain peak, is the most important spiritual tourism destination in the region.

  • Silver Waterfall: A majestic natural waterfall flowing down from above, bringing cool breath and poetic scenery to pilgrims.

  • Nine-rooted Banyan Tree: Hundreds of years old tree with strange roots, considered a symbol of longevity and sacredness in Tam Dao commune.

Best time to travel

>Spring festival season and spiritual worship (January - March lunar month calendar)

The beginning of the year, especially from January 15 onwards, is the peak season when Truc Lam Tay Thien Zen Monastery bustles in a traditional festive atmosphere. In the cold weather of spring, the valley of Tam Dao commune is often submerged in mist, creating a solitude and sacred beauty typical of the meditation place. Tourists from all over come here to participate in rituals to pray for peace, worship the National Mother Tay Thien and enjoy the space full of life when hundreds of flowers bloom along the path to the monastery. This is a great time for you to feel the most clearly the Buddhist cultural identity mixed with the warmth of the pilgrims heading to the ancestral land of Phu Tho province.

Summer to avoid the heat and enjoy the mountains (May - September)

If you want to find a peaceful space to escape the sweltering sun of the city, the summer months are the choice. Ideal choice to depart to the top of Tay Thien mountain. With an impressive altitude, the climate at the monastery is always cool all year round, bringing a feeling of absolute refreshment and relaxation as soon as you step out of the cable car cabin. The green color of the primeval forest in this season becomes darker, blending with the white clouds across the mountainside, creating a majestic and spacious picture of nature. This is also the time when the monastery becomes quieter, suitable for meditation trips, resting on the temple porch or simply strolling on the paved roads to listen to the gurgling stream in the valley of Tam Dao commune.

Transportation information

By air

Noi Bai International Airport

Noi Bai International Airport

Noi Bai International Airport is the most ideal stop for tourists from the Central and Southern regions to begin their journey to find a peaceful place of meditation. With the advantage of a close geographical location, right after landing, you can easily access ground transportation services to move straight to Tam Dao commune area. Choosing flights to land in Noi Bai early in the morning will help you catch the first rays of sunlight to start your pilgrimage, in time to admire the panoramic view of the vast Tay Thien mountain appearing in the morning mist when viewed from above.

Distance and travel route: From Noi Bai airport to Truc Lam Tay Thien Zen Monastery (Tam Dao commune) is about 55km long. The most convenient route currently is to travel in the direction of National Highway 2, connecting to Noi Bai - Lao Cai highway and exiting at the intersection toward Tam Dao commune. Travel time only takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes by private car, taking you through flat roads and rich fields of the ancestral land before encountering the majestic space of Tam Dao range.

  • Reference ticket price: Airfare ranges from 1,800,000 - 4,500,000 VND/way; The cost of a contracted vehicle to pick up and drop off from the airport to the foot of Tay Thien mountain is about 800,000 - 1,200,000 VND/vehicle.

By road

>High quality Limousine and passenger bus routes

Transportation system connecting the Capital with the Western scenic area Thien has achieved outstanding perfection with 9-11 seat Limousine and luxury sleeper cars operating with a frequency of 30-60 minutes/trip. The bus companies currently provide door-to-door pick-up and drop-off services at meeting points in Hanoi and take passengers straight to the central parking area of ​​Tam Dao commune. With a modern interior space, high-quality leather seats and a soft air conditioning system, visitors can completely rest and watch the scenery of the midland region change through the glass window before starting the spiritual journey.

  • Reputable bus companies: Nhat Nam Limousine, Green Lion Bus, Tien Thinh Limousine and transport units specializing in the Tay Thien - Tam Dao tourist route.

  • Reference ticket price: About 150,000 - 250,000 VND/trip depending on vehicle type and pick-up and drop-off point.

Intra-regional transportation in Phu Tho province (Tam Dao commune area)

Specialized Cable Car and Tram System used

Tram and Cable Car are the two main and most popular means of transportation from the entrance area to Truc Lam Tay Thien Zen Monastery. To truly feel the majestic scale of the scenic spot, visitors often choose electric cars to move from the parking lot to the cable car station, then glide mid-air in modern cabins to cover the panorama of the primeval forest. The operating staff here are professionally trained, ready to assist visitors at all times, making your journey to conquer the mountain top light and full of inspiration.

  • Note: You should buy a round-trip cable car ticket to take the initiative in visiting time and receive a more preferential price than buying individual tickets each way.

  • Reference fare: Tram ticket is about 20,000 - 30,000 VND/person/turn; Round-trip cable car tickets range from 200,000 - 250,000 VND/person.

>Rent a motorbike to experience the great mountain roads

For those who love the feeling of freedom and want to explore the wild corners of Tam Dao commune, renting a motorbike at the foot of the mountain is an exciting experience. The road leading to the temples and monasteries winds around the green mountain slopes, on one side is a steep cliff, on the other is a valley overlooking the entire land of Phu Tho province, providing extremely breathtaking panoramic views. You can stop anywhere to breathe fresh air or take beautiful souvenir photos amid the cloud-covered mountains and forests.

  • Procedures: Just leave your Citizen ID card and pay in advance for the car rental at service points or motels around the commune center.

  • Reference rental price Reference: 150,000 - 250,000 VND/day (self-sufficient gasoline).

Accommodation information

Luxury (High-class hotel)

Hotel de l'Amour Tam Dao

Hotel de l'Amour Tam Dao

Located in a prime location with a panoramic view of the dim green mountains in Tam Dao commune, Hôtel de l'Amour is a symbol of sophisticated luxury with classic French architecture combined with a modern management system. With prices ranging from 2,500,000 to 6,000,000 VND per night, the hotel provides a classy resort space with royal furniture and a balcony facing the sea of ​​floating clouds. This is the priority choice for those who want to enjoy luxury, relax at the high-class spa and enjoy exquisite cuisine before moving down to the foot of the mountain to begin the journey to admire the monastery.

Venus Hotel

Located proudly in the center of Tam Dao commune, Venus Hotel is noted for its magnificent European architecture with soaring domes and colorful colors. Elegant white stands out among the vast green. With a cost ranging from 1,800,000 to 4,500,000 VND for a night's stay, the hotel owns a diverse system of rooms, integrating smart utilities and Panorama windows providing panoramic views of the valley. The space here is designed to receive maximum natural light, helping visitors clearly feel the transition of four seasons right in one day in Phu Tho province.

Other quality hotel options:

  • DIC Star Hotel: Vinh Yen Ward - Modern space, integrated golf course - Price approx. 1,500,000 – 3,000,000 VND/night.

  • Westlake Hotel: Vinh Yen Ward - Airy lake view, high-class service - Price from 1,200,000 - 2,500,000 VND/night.

Resort (Resort, Villa)

Belvedere Tam Dao Resort

Belvedere Tam Dao Resort

Located on a large, sloping campus on the side of a mountain in Tam Dao commune, Belvedere Resort is a long-standing and famous eco-resort with a system of villas hidden under ancient trees. With prices ranging from 2,000,000 to 5,500,000 VND per night, visitors can experience absolute tranquility in cozy wooden villas, with private paths directly connected to nature. The most impressive highlight here is the infinity pool facing straight into the valley, where you can swim and feel the white clouds drifting through your fingers.

Poko Ecolodge

Situated on a lush green pine hill, Poko Ecolodge offers a unique "bird's nest" resort style, where modern architecture blends perfectly with the rocky mountain terrain. lime. With prices ranging from 1,500,000 to 3,500,000 VND per night, visitors will rest in bungalows with strange geometric designs, fully equipped with minimalist but extremely sophisticated interiors. This is the ideal space for those who love creativity and wish to find a new perspective on the wild natural beauty of Phu Tho province.

Experience (Indigenous Homestay)

90s Homestay Tam Dao

Located in a location with a very beautiful view towards the valley, 90s Homestay is a favorite destination for young people with a vintage, colorful decoration style and prices ranging from 600,000 to 1,500,000 VND per night. Homestay offers a variety of room types from beautiful small wooden tents to cozy A-frame houses, creating a feeling of closeness and openness. Staying here, visitors will be able to prepare barbecue parties with friends, watching the sparkling lights of the villages below Dai Dinh commune when night falls.

Cau May Homestay

Located in the area with the most famous outdoor studio in Tam Dao commune, Cau May Homestay is noted for its brilliant flower gardens and curved bamboo bridges. Hover along the mountainside with costs ranging from 500,000 to 1,200,000 VND per night. As the name suggests, this is where you can easily "touch" the clouds right on your room's balcony every early morning. The homestay is designed to be simple, rustic but clean, imbued with the breath of highland life, helping visitors fully feel the peace and quiet of the mountains.

Other cozy homestay locations:

  • Up in the Air Homestay: Tam Dao Commune - Romantic space, deep valley view - Price from 600,000 - 1,100,000 VND/night.

  • Bach Xanh House: Commune Tam Dao - Luxury wooden villa for large groups - Price from 2,000,000 - 4,000,000 VND/unit.

Festival cuisine and culture 

Famous restaurants

Rock Cafe restaurant 

Rock Cafe Restaurant

Located in the "heart" of Tam Dao commune, right next to the Central Square, Rock Cafe is a symbol of luxury with a wooden castle architecture in classic Gothic style. This is an upmarket destination for diners who want to enjoy the intersection of sophisticated Asian and European cuisine in an artistic space. With a cost from 350,000 to 800,000 VND per person, you can enjoy premium steak and sturgeon mushroom hotpot, while watching the bustling stream of people through large glass windows facing the valley and the ancient stone church.

Pho Mountain Restaurant

Located right on the main road leading into the famous area. Winning Tay Thien, Pho Nui Restaurant is a warm culinary address that has conquered a large number of diners thanks to specialties rich in local identity. The restaurant makes a strong impression with its rich menu with rustic dishes such as hill chicken wrapped in grilled soil, sticky rice with birds and especially crispy fried stream fish beautifully presented on a banana leaf. With a reasonable cost from 200,000 to 450,000 VND per person, the biggest plus point of the restaurant is the friendliness of the staff and the airy open space, helping visitors feel cozy and close like they are dining at a local family.

Some other quality culinary places around the area:

  • Oanh Tham Restaurant (Tam Dao Commune): Famous for rocket chicken hot pot dishes and fresh chayote vegetables, priced from 200,000 - 400,000 VND/person.

  • Thuy Duong Restaurant (Dai Dinh Commune): A familiar address serving group meals and farmed wild animal specialties with prices from 150,000 - 300,000 VND.

  • Then Monastery Vegetarian Restaurant (Inner Zen Monastery): A peaceful stop to enjoy exquisite vegetarian dishes after worship, prices range from 50,000 - 150,000 VND.

Local Cuisine

Tam Dao Chayote Stir-fried with Garlic

In this high mountain region, fried chayote with garlic is an iconic dish, taking advantage of the cool climate all year round to create a unique flavor. The green, crunchy stems of chayote are picked directly from the trellises hanging on the mountainside, quickly stir-fried with fragrant garlic over high heat, priced from 80,000 to 120,000 VND per plate. The natural sweetness combined with the strong aroma of garlic creates a simple but extremely mouth-watering dish, an indispensable appetizer at parties for guests in Phu Tho province.

Grilled clay hill chicken

Tay Thien hill chicken is a quintessential product raised naturally on steep mountain slopes, with firm and especially delicious meat. After being cleaned and marinated with mountain spices, the chicken will be wrapped in lotus leaves and a thick layer of clay and then grilled over charcoal, priced at about 350,000 to 500,000 VND per chicken. When peeling off the layer of soil and lotus leaves, the chicken meat is golden, succulent and radiates the passionate aroma of forest leaves, bringing a rustic yet extremely delicate flavor, helping visitors fully feel the essence of local products.

Experience Cuisine

>Enjoy pure vegetarian rice at the Zen Monastery

Experience Having a vegetarian meal right on the campus of Truc Lam Tay Thien Zen Monastery is an extremely unique and peaceful culinary cultural activity. In a peaceful space overlooking the lush greenery, the feeling of enjoying dishes made entirely from mushrooms, tofu and clean vegetables at a cost of your choice or about 50,000 to 100,000 VND per person helps you completely immerse yourself in the meditative rhythm of life. This is the best time to purify the soul, sipping a cup of hot tea while listening to the sound of temple bells echoing in the valley of Dai Dinh commune.

BBQ party in the sea of ​​clouds in Tam Dao

Gathering around a glowing charcoal stove and participating in an outdoor BBQ party with friends in the evening is an experience not to be missed every time night falls in the high mountain area. With a cost from 300,000 to 600,000 VND per diner, you will enjoy skewered meat, grilled potatoes, and grilled corn in the cold weather of the mountains. The flickering firelight mixed with the misty space and gossip will create a beautiful memory of the journey to explore the spiritual land combined with relaxation of Phu Tho province.

Cultural Experience & Festivals

Tay Thien Festival

Tay Thien Festival

Formally held from the full moon day of the second lunar month every year in Dai Dinh commune, this is the largest spiritual festival in the region to honor National Mother Lang Thi Tieu - who has contributed to helping King Hung defend the country. The highlight of the festival is the splendid palanquin procession rituals and exciting performances of Van singing and lion dancing taking place right in the grand ceremony yard area of ​​Thuong Temple. Visitors participating in the festival will be able to witness colorful bronze maid prices, enjoy unique fruit cakes and clearly feel the spirit of "Drinking water, remember the source" of the community of residents of the ancestral land.

Suggestions for other cultural activities and experiences:

  • Explore the handmade bronze casting workshop: Directly watch artisans craft worship items offerings and mini bronze bells in the surrounding area with a tour cost of 20,000 - 50,000 VND.

  • Shopping for old forest herbs: Choose from lingzhi, yellow flower tea or wild honey at reputable stalls right at the foot of Tay Thien mountain.

  • Take photos of ancient costumes: Rent a meditation outfit or classic costume for 50,000 - 150,000 VND to preserve peaceful moments in the main hall or tower garden.

  • Participate in the early market in the highlands: Learn about daily life and buy fresh bitter bamboo shoots and dry bamboo shoots at the central market area commune center every weekend morning.

Amusement area

Entertainment and check-in complex at Tam Dao commune center

Tam Dao Center

Only About 15 minutes away from the monastery, the center of Tam Dao commune is a vibrant entertainment "paradise" with a large central square, where sparkling light shows and water music often take place in the evening. Here, visitors can freely walk through iconic architectural works such as the ancient Stone Church, or experience the feeling of "walking among the clouds" at the Cau May film studio with winding wooden bridges along the mountainside. The space here is always full of vitality with bustling night markets, European-style cafes and multi-purpose entertainment spots, bringing a weekend full of laughter and "million-view" memories.

This neighborhood also has many other attractive entertainment activities:

  • Infinity swimming pools at resorts: Experience swimming among the sea of clouds at high-end resorts such as Belvedere or Venus in Tam Dao commune, where you can completely relax and have a panoramic view of the valley.

  • Trekking to explore Silver Waterfall: For tourists who love exercise, the walking route down to the waterfall Silver brings a feeling of excitement when conquering the mossy stone steps and immersing yourself in the cool water in the middle of the jungle.

  • Indoor children's play areas: Big hotels in Tam Dao commune and Vinh Yen ward all integrate modern play areas for children with ball houses, virtual reality games and creative activities.

  • Professional golf course in Vinh Yen ward: For followers of the noble sport, the nearby international standard golf course system is an ideal destination to practice skills in a cool and quiet green space.

  • Experience the tram to visit scenic spots: The tram service in Dai Dinh commune will take you around the foot of the mountain, visit ancient temples and admire Admire the unique architecture of the Great Mandala Stupa in a gentle and convenient way.

Suggested tour

Experience tour

Tour 2 Days 1 Night: Pilgrimage to Tay Thien - Touching the Cloud Peak of Thousand Tam Dao

  • Itinerary:

    • Day 1: Hanoi - Dai Dinh Commune (Admiring the Great Mandala Stupa, Tay Thien Truc Lam Zen Monastery) - Have a peaceful vegetarian meal at the inner temple - Move to Tam Dao commune to check in - Watch the sunset at Quan Gio.

    • Day 2: Welcoming the sunrise at Heaven's Gate in Tam Dao commune - Visiting the ancient stone church, Silver Waterfall - Experience picking chayote with indigenous people - Shopping for yellow flower tea, wild honey - Return to Hanoi.

  • Characteristics: This itinerary is a delicate combination of spiritual tourism at the largest Zen monastery in the midlands and exploring the romantic beauty of the "town in the clouds". Tourists will clearly feel the convenience of transportation infrastructure in 2026 when the roads directly connecting the core heritage areas of Phu Tho province have been completely upgraded. This is an opportunity for you to find peace in your soul, immerse yourself in the space of ancient European architecture and enjoy the cool climate typical of the majestic Tam Dao mountain range.

  • Transportation: 9-seat business class Limousine, pick up and drop off in Hanoi and attractions.

  • Reference tour price: 1,800,000 - 2,400,000 VND/person (Full package of luxury hotel accommodation, specialty meals and round-trip cable car tickets).

  • Suggested organizers: Vietravel, Saigontourist, PYS Travel.

Family tour

1 Day Tour: Back to the Roots - Spiritual Connection & Cable Car Experience

  • Itinerary: Viet Tri Ward – Move to Dai Dinh commune – Visit Tay Thien scenic area – Experience the cable car through the primeval forest – Have lunch at Rock Cafe restaurant (Tam Dao commune) – Participate in a short-term meditation class for children – Return the same day.

  • Features: The tour is designed with a slow, safe rhythm, especially suitable for families with young children and the elderly who want to find a peaceful space to relax on the weekend. Children will have the opportunity to learn about the history of Truc Lam Buddhism and how to appreciate nature through a cable car ride over lush green forests. The open space and rustic menu of hill chicken and sturgeon will help your family bond more in the absolutely fresh atmosphere of the spiritual land of Phu Tho province.

  • Transportation: New tourist cars and specialized tram system to visit the scenic area.

  • Reference tour price: 950,000 - 1,250,000 VND/person (Including tram fees, cable car tickets, specialized tour guides and lunch at the restaurant).

  • Suggested organizers: Hanoi Tourist, VietSense Travel.

Eco-tourism & Discovery lagoon

Tour 3 Days 2 Nights: Conquering the Peak – Trekking the Old Forest & Hunting Dai Ngan Clouds

  • Itinerary:

    • Day 1: Hanoi – Dai Dinh Commune – Trekking by road from the foot of the mountain to Thuong Temple (overcoming natural waterfalls) – Overnight at Homestay in Tam Dao commune.

    • Day 2: Conquer Rung Rinh peak – Explore the diverse national forest ecosystem – Hunt clouds at the TV tower area – Enjoy an outdoor BBQ in the mist.

    • Day 3: Join Early morning visit to Truc Lam Tay Thien Zen Monastery – Experience the process of making handmade yellow flower tea – Shopping for forest medicinal herbs – Return to Hanoi.

  • Features: Experience dedicated to travelers who love to explore and wish to challenge themselves amidst the pristine nature of Phu Tho province. The highlight is the trekking route through the jungle and the moment to welcome the sunrise on the highest peak of Tam Dao mountain range - where you can cover the entire valley in white clouds by 2026. The experience of hand-picking rare yellow camellia buds and listening to the chirping of forest birds will be a great cure for all the pressures of daily life.

  • Transportation: Specialized SUV Used for mountainous terrain or personal motorbikes for those who like to travel.

  • Reference tour price: 2,500,000 - 3,200,000 VND/person (Including local tour guide, trekking equipment, travel insurance and ecological camping/homestay service).

  • Suggested organizers: Meditours, Trekking Travel Vietnam.

Shopping and Souvenirs

Specialties as gifts

Tam Dao yellow flower tea is known as the "queen of teas", the rarest product grown in the core of the national forest Near the monastery. This type of tea not only has a luxurious golden color but also contains high levels of medicinal properties, helping to nourish health and purify the soul after hours of contemplation. In 2026, yellow flower tea will be delicately packaged by the people of Tam Dao commune in glass jars or high-end gift boxes, with a QR code to trace the origin of the 5-star OCOP of Phu Tho province. This is a premium spiritual and health gift, bringing with it both the misty breath and the purity of a meditation place for loved ones.

Tam Dao Cordyceps (also known as "Vietnam's Cordyceps") is a quintessential product exploited from the grasses on the high mountain slopes of Dai Dinh commune. The plump, nutritious worms are harvested and skillfully processed by drying or soaking in forest leaf yeast according to the long-standing secret of local people. With a strict quality inspection process and modern packaging integrated with an electronic identification stamp of 2026, chit chit is not only a precious medicine to help increase vitality but also a prestigious gift product, affirming the class and thoughtfulness of tourists when visiting the sacred land of Tay Thien.

Tam Dao deep chit

Cultural souvenirs and crafts

Spiritual Buddha products such as agarwood bracelets, feng shui stone beads or Chinese calligraphy are gifts with profound spiritual value that you can find right inside the monastery. These items are all exquisitely crafted, symbolizing peace and luck, and are often taken by tourists to recite mantras at the main hall before bringing them home as gifts. Each bracelet or calligraphy piece is not only a unique decoration but also contains the wish for goodness and positive energy of the Buddhist place, helping the owner always feel at peace amid the hustle and bustle of life.

Handicrafts and bamboo and rattan items from neighboring traditional villages such as Vinh Tuong commune or Lap Thach commune are great choices to preserve memories of midland culture. Lovely bamboo baskets, decorative conical hats or mini models of the Great Mandala Stupa are meticulously woven by local artisans with skillful hands, accurately simulating the unique architectural symbols of the Tay Thien landscape. Choosing a bamboo and rattan item not only beautifies your living space but also contributes to spreading the value of craft villages and supporting the sustainable development of the community of Phu Tho province in the new era of tourism.

Reputable shopping destination

The system of stalls at the foot of the mountain and the cable car station (Dai Dinh Commune) is the busiest shopping stop in the area. area, where a full range of products from yellow flower tea, lingzhi mushrooms to precious medicines from the old forest are concentrated. Bustling with activity all year round, this area provides a professional shopping space with separate stalls displaying OCOP specialties, helping visitors easily find and buy high-quality original products. In 2026, this entire system has been synchronously planned, integrating modern cashless payment technology, bringing absolute convenience and peace of mind to pilgrims when choosing gifts.

Tam Dao Commune Agricultural Product Introduction Center located right in the central square area is an ideal shopping place for you to find clean vegetables such as chayote, bamboo shoots or tea bags made from herbs. Here, visitors can comfortably visit and receive enthusiastic advice from staff on how to use and preserve local specialties in the most scientific way. This booth system not only provides quality products that have been tested, but also integrates a nationwide consignment service, making it easy for you to send heartfelt gifts to your family quickly and safely.

Support information and other information

Emergency support information

In order for the journey to find the pure Buddhist place and conquer the cloud-covered roads on the Tam Dao range to always be within safety, saving the hotline numbers of the authorities is extremely necessary. These units not only ensure security and order at the Tay Thien scenic complex but are also a timely "lifesaver" if you encounter problems with the quality of cable car or tram services or need guidance support on the steep mountainous terrain of Phu Tho province.

  • Dai Dinh Commune Police (Headquarters at the foot of the mountain): 0211.3814.332 - Unit directly managing security and order and accommodation activities around the monastery area.

  • Phu Tho Provincial Department of Tourism Standing Office: 0210.3843.361 - Receive general information about planning, festivals and spiritual tourism activities throughout the province.

  • Tourist support hotline (Tay Thien Area): 0211.3853.812 – Receive feedback on service prices, transport quality and travel complaints 24/7.

In situations requiring immediate intervention from the national rescue system, visitors should immediately connect to the emergency numbers. The rescue team in the high mountain area is always ready to help you overcome unexpected incidents in the mountains:

  • 113: Receive urgent information about security and order and law violations at the relic site.

  • 114: Support rescue, rescue and fire prevention on primeval forest terrain and wooden structures.

  • 115: Medical emergency services and emergency patient transportation from the top of the mountain to the nearest medical facility.

Local support information

Dai Dinh Commune People's Committee (Management Area administrative management):

  • Address: Dai Dinh commune, Phu Tho province.

  • Phone number: 0211.3814.351.

  • Function: Highest state management agency in the scenic area, responsible for preserving the cultural and spiritual tourism environment, assisting tourists with administrative procedures and ensuring security in the Zen monastery area.

Dai Dinh Regional Medical Center (Scenic Support Facility):

  • Address: Dai Dinh Commune, Phu Tho Province.

  • Phone number: 0211.3814.354.

  • Function: Official medical facility specializing in providing first aid services, handling situations of altitude shock or minor injuries for tourists during the pilgrimage and tour of the Tay Thien mountain region.

Tay Thien Scenic Relic Area Management Board:

  • Address: Cable car station area, Dai Dinh commune, Phu Tho province.

  • Tourist support hotline: 0211.3814.358.

  • Function: Coordinate tram and cable car transportation activities, list tour ticket prices and support connecting tourists with spiritual guide services, ensuring the best rights and cultural experiences for pilgrims.

Truc Lam Tay Thien Zen Monastery with the majestic and pure beauty of Phu Tho province is always ready welcoming you with resounding temple bells and hospitality; Hopefully the above supporting information will be a "peace of mind map" for you to confidently explore every corner of the meditation area.