The spring of 2018 – Pilgrimage to Buddha land

The story behind Tay Thien’s name

Tay Thien, a land that its name itself has many spiritual meanings. It is no accident that the ancient practitioners chose this place to practice. What made Tay Thien in the Tran dynasty become one of the profound Buddhist centers, besides Yen Tu and Dong Trieu? This is the place where the West Indian monks practice, so this land is the memorial of the first congregation from India to Vietnam propaganda. It also may be because of the sacramental confinement that the early cultivators have established that people still chant, or because this land was the birthplace of Lang Thi Tieu – Tay Thien National Mother, from the high mountain forests to the legendary that vibrate mountains and rivers. There are a lot of values that should be fused to the spirit of Tay Thien, making a place here where Buddhists everywhere turn with respect, deference.

Sigma's journey to the sacred land

Starting at 6.45 a.m, the convoy brought Sigma people to turn the wheel toward Tay Thien, an ancient land with majestic mountain waterfall located on the Tam Dao mountain, 75km west of Thang Long. The scenic spot of Tay Thien is located at the center of national landscapes, the Hung Temple of the Van Lang State, Hoa Lu of the Au Lac State, the Mount Ba Vi, the Bai Dinh, the Huong Pagoda, the Yen Tu Pagoda - the point of Buddhism. All create a strong feng shui based on sacred mountains, spread out the open plain and down the South, toward the sea.

The golden location of Tay Thien

The car stopped in the first place, Trinh Temple area (Thong Temple). Thong Temple is located on a flat, convenient land to create conditions for visitors to enjoy the beautiful scenery of nature and human talents.

Thong Temple area

Subsequently, Sigma staff moved to the mysterious and sacred Co Temple and Cau Temple area, about 1km from Thong Temple. The road to Cau Temple is quite convenient when the two sides are shady trees, covering the pilgrims during the long journey. Up to the temple, in addition to praying fortune, this is where the young Sigma came to pray grace, pray for the children. Continuing the journey, the Sigma family moves to the Co Temple about 2 km away. Co Temple was built a long time and is worshiping Co Be. According to ancient accounts, Co Be is the daughter of heaven come here with Mau Thien to help people and country. Around the temple is the rich vegetation and fresh air create a scene of elegance, airy, peaceful.

Cau Temple area

 
Scenic majestic in Tay Thien

After a few minutes of rest, Sigma staff continues to visit a variety of famous scenic areas such as Tay Thien Tinh That, Phu Nghi Pagoda, Thuong Quoc Mau Temple, Thuong Hoang Thien ... Many Sigma members choose to walk during the journey, not only to improve their physical fitness, but also to make them feel refreshed.

Having gone through a difficult journey, there are members who have kept their footsteps and conquered Ban Co Tien - the highest point of Tay Thien. Along with pride, this not only shows the strength of the Sigma but also the desire to fulfill the dream that many people can not do ...

Thuong Quoc Mau Temple

The journey finally closed, but the curvature of the Temple roof, luxuriant sprouting flowers, light smoke diffuse spread, harmony in nature will remain in the hearts of Sigma people. At the end of the spring tour, Sigma is poised to embark on a 365-mile journey of the new year, with a spirit of enthusiasm and excitement.