via Vietnam Plus, 23 January 2023: 17th century pagoda in Thai Binh province.
Keo Pagoda, built in 1632 in the Le Dynasty, is one of the oldest in Vietnam where ancient architecture has been preserved.
Located in Vu Thu district, the northern province of Thai Binh, the pagoda initially included 157 compartments covering a total area of 58,000 sq.m.
It is surrounded by three lakes, one in the front and two at both sides, creating a beautiful surrounding.
Also known as Than Quang Tu (Than Quang Pagoda), Keo Pagoda worships Buddha and Duong Khong Lo, a monk of the Ly Dynasty (1009 – 1225), who founded the pagoda.
Source: Unique architecture makes centuries-old pagoda special | Society | Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)
