Among the religious architectural monuments in Binh Dinh, Ba - Nuoc Mang Pagoda is considered a temple with unique architecture and famous sacred. This place preserves special spiritual values ​​for the locals and is a place associated with the famous Nuoc Mang port one time.

Ba Pagoda is located in An Hoa hamlet, Phuoc Quang commune, Tuy Phuoc district, Binh Dinh province, about 25km from Quy Nhon city center. Ba Pagoda worships Thien Hau Thanh Mau, a mythical figure who often saves boats in distress at sea. The scale and vestiges associated with this worship base are a vivid example of the development of the Nuoc Mang port city (Tuy Phuoc) during nearly 4 centuries, from the 16th century to the end of the 19th century. Around the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, many Chinese immigrated to the Mangrove Sea. They not only set up busy shopping streets but also brought with them their beliefs, but typically worshiped Quan Thanh and Thien Hau. Ba pagoda was erected at this stage.

Ba pagoda has architecture in the style of Nhat. The pagoda faces south, beside the Cau Ngoi River, a branch of the Cay Da River. In front of the temple, there is a small lake, behind the lake is a picture of the language in front of the main entrance to the temple. The front of the screen is decorated with a figure of Long Ma and trigrams, according to the legend of "Long Ma ha map" in Buddhism; the inside is decorated with a phoenix image, one of the "four spirits" or is worshiped in temples and pagodas.

The architecture of the pagoda was built in the direction of Nam Hoa, the roof was curved in the shape of a boat, the top was decorated with a dragon-shaped moon, the two heads were decorated in the shape of a phoenix, the roof edge was decorated with patterns in the style of glazed porcelain pieces. In front of the pagoda, 3 arches of Tam Quan style are arched, the front is mounted with the image of Tiger and Unicorn, the roof border is decorated with Bat Tien shape, in the middle is decorated with Turtle image, a symbol of "Four spirits". Designer 3 rooms, the old support frame is wood, now replaced with some new materials, architecture in the style of a stack, a pass.

The main hall of Ba pagoda worships Thien Hau Thanh Mau, wooden statues painted with gold-plated lacquer, carved in sitting posture, dressed in a royal suit, legs curved nose, gourd face, kind-hearted and thoughtful. Two hands to two postures. Left hand to place his hands on his knees, his right hand curled up, his palm in his hand holding the card. The two sides have two standing statues are the Turks (Hear thousands of miles) and Thien Nhan (Look thousands of miles away) ; Under the altar, there are 2 statues of Tigers lying, different positions. Above the main space is a 4-meter-wide diaphragm "National defense of the people" (defending the country, protecting the good people), awarded by the Nguyen Dynasty. Near the main door is the altar of the gods council.

The left altar is dedicated to the village Emperor. God face red, wearing a red shirt, square hat wearing a loose strip, sitting posture with hands clasped in front of the stomach, legs bowed shoes. In front of the God is the altar to show Tam Tam, the two sides show statues of two Guardian deities (Door-Guardian). Folk here call 2 gods: Ta Du and Huu Du. Above, hang the diaphragm non-threaded letters "Phuc lam" (good luck lasts forever). On the right is the altar of Mrs. Thai Sanh Thanh Mau, a wooden statue of the sitting posture, the legs with a curved nose, and a golden lacquer statue. God wore a yellow tide-style shirt, his hands were tight, his hands were naturally clenched, one hand held a cloth roll and a pen in one hand. On both sides, she presented two red Horse statues. In front is an altar of statue of 12 Ba Mu in a cradling position. At the foot of the altar is displayed for all sentient beings to worship at the altar. Above hung diaphragm galleries 3 words "From birth and virtue".

In addition to the yard to the right of the entrance is the Thanh Minh Temple, followed by a square water well (Cham type) that is reused. Finally, there is a new Nghia church built by itself, inside of which people who have contributed to building the Pagoda.

Experiencing ups and downs of history and after many times of restoration, Ba Pagoda - Nuoc Mon was recognized by the Provincial People's Committee as a Provincial Cultural and Historical Site on July 20, 2010. Ba Pagoda relics are the leading ancient architectural works in the province, again associated with the Salty Water Festival (held every year on the last day of the first lunar month of the lunar calendar, lasting for 3 days) so keep the position. important not only in spirituality but also in the cultural and spiritual life. Besides the destinations, historical and cultural relics located in Tuy Phuoc district such as: Con Chim ecological area, Lang Song minor seminary, Long Phuoc Tu dojo, etc., Ba Pagoda is also one of the destinations. attract domestic and foreign tourists to visit.

Author: Le Chi - TTTTXTDLBD