Ringing bells at the Ba Temple system on the morning of July 1st
According to information from the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha (GHPGVN), all pagodas and monastic establishments nationwide will simultaneously ring three rounds of bells and Buddhist drums at 6 AM on July 1st to pray for national peace and prosperity. This is considered a special historical event, demonstrating the spirit of "Buddhism accompanying the nation through all historical paths".
The Bà Pagoda system on the mid-slope of Ba Den Mountain. Photo: Duong Duc Kien
The Núi Bà pagoda system on Ba Den Mountain is associated with the legend of Linh Son Thanh Mau Bodhisattva, with a history of hundreds of years, becoming a spiritual anchor for the people of Tay Ninh through many generations. In 1763, Linh Son Pagoda on Ba Den Mountain was built, considered the oldest Buddhist pagoda in Tay Ninh and laying the foundation for the development of Buddhism in Tay Ninh. Today, Linh Son Tien Thach Tu stands majestically and serenely amidst the grand Bà pagoda system, hosting many major Buddhist events of the province.
To mark a new phase for Tay Ninh province after its merger, a bell-ringing and prayer ceremony for national peace and prosperity will be solemnly held at Linh Son Tien Thach Tu, signifying a new stage of development for Tay Ninh province in particular and the country in general.
The bell ringing ceremony takes place on the morning of July 1st at the Ba Pagoda system. Photo: Sun World Ba Den Mountain
After the 3-gong Buddhist drum ceremony, monks, nuns, Buddhists, and visitors will participate in a prayer service for national peace and the well-being of all people. This will be a special moment in history for the people of Tay Ninh to welcome a new era under the protection of Linh Son Thanh Mau Bodhisattva – a sacred symbol in the local people's beliefs.
Ba Den Mountain Tourist Area offers preferential treatment for local residents
From July 1st, the new Tay Ninh province, formed from the merger of Long An and Tay Ninh provinces, will officially commence operations. To celebrate this historic event, the Ba Den Mountain tourist area is implementing a preferential ticket policy for all residents of the new Tay Ninh province, applicable from July 1st – December 31st, 2025.
Accordingly, the cable car ticket (round trip) to Ba Pagoda is only 200,000 VND/adult, 120,000 VND/child. The cable car ticket to the mountain peak is 350,000 VND/adult, 250,000 VND/child. The combo ticket for the Pagoda and the mountain peak is 550,000 VND/adult, 350,000 VND/child. Visitors only need to present their personal identification documents proving permanent residency in Tay Ninh according to Resolution 60-NQ/TW, the Central Party has agreed to merge Tay Ninh and Long An provinces from July 1st, 2025.
Cable car to the top of Ba Den Mountain. Photo: Sun World Ba Den Mountain
The merger of Tay Ninh and Long An is an important event, opening a new chapter for the (new) Tay Ninh province in the nation's era of development. "Through the application of a special ticket price policy for local residents, we wish to spread the spirit of solidarity as Tay Ninh and Long An become one. This is also a token of gratitude from the resort to the people and tourists who have always shown affection and chosen Ba Den Mountain as their destination over the years," shared Ms. Dao Thi Viet, Deputy Director of Sun World Ba Den Mountain.
As a leading spiritual tourist destination in the South, Sun World Ba Den Mountain resort is known for its magnificent spiritual structures on a mountain peak 986m above sea level. With a series of large-scale spiritual and cultural events taking place throughout the year, Ba Den Mountain attracts millions of Buddhist pilgrims and tourists, both domestic and international, each year.
Magnificent spiritual architectural complex on the summit of Ba Den Mountain. Photo: Minh Tu
On this occasion, visiting Ba Den Mountain, tourists will immerse themselves in the sacred atmosphere of the Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva Enlightenment Ceremony, taking place from July 8-13, 2025 (corresponding to June 14-19 of the Lunar calendar). This is an occasion for thousands of Buddhists from all over to gather at the sacred Ba Den Mountain to pray for peace and participate in meaningful cultural and spiritual activities such as the incense offering ceremony at the Ba Pagoda system, or the lamp offering ceremony held on Saturday evenings on the mountaintop.
