The Amitabha statue stands at 44 meters, including its pedestal and lotus base.
The statue was officially inaugurated in 2012 after several years of construction.
The project was initiated to create a spiritual landmark for the Buddhist community in the Khanh Hoa province.
The figure is oriented to face the east, looking out over the valleys towards the coast.
The statue is constructed using reinforced concrete and finished with a weather-resistant white coating.
Tong Lam Son Temple is home to the White Buddha, a 44-meter tall Amitabha statue that ranks among the largest outdoor Buddha monuments in Vietnam. The temple complex is situated on a hillside overlooking the surrounding agricultural plains of Vinh Phuong. The focal point of the site is the massive statue, which was completed in 2012 and is visible from the highway leading toward Nha Trang. The temple grounds feature wide, sweeping staircases leading up to the statue's base. It functions as an active Buddhist site rather than a heavily commercialized tourist attraction. The elevated location provides expansive views of the rural landscape and distant mountain ranges.
From the bottom of the long staircase looking up, to capture the full scale of the Buddha against the sky.
Bring adequate sun protection, as the temple grounds are largely uncovered and exposed to direct light.
Hydrate well before arriving, as the ascent to the statue requires climbing numerous stairs in the heat.
Respect the ongoing religious activities by keeping noise levels low near the prayer halls.
Do not attempt to climb or touch the statue base; avoid taking photographs directly of monks during prayer sessions.
Dress modestly by covering shoulders and knees; remove shoes before entering any internal shrine buildings.
