Giáo Hạ Pagoda, Hát Môn Commune

GIÁO HẠ PAGODA - NATIONAL MONUMENT

Giáo Hạ Pagoda, whose literary name is Linh Khối Pagoda, is located in Hát Môn Commune, Hà Nội City. It is a monument of outstanding historical, cultural, and architectural-artistic value. The pagoda was built on a large, elevated plot at the edge of the village and faces south. Unlike many traditional pagodas, Giáo Hạ Pagoda has a single-block architectural layout, consisting of only one horizontal building, with the entire system of worship statues arranged within the same space.

According to surviving documents, the pagoda has existed for a long time and was restored and embellished by the local people at the end of the 19th century. Over time, the monument has continued to be cared for and preserved by the community, becoming an important space for religious and cultural activities of Giáo Hạ Village.

Every year, the pagoda is where local people and Buddhists come to worship Buddha, pray for peace, and take part in traditional religious activities, contributing to preserving fine customs and the community's cultural identity.

With its outstanding values, Giáo Hạ Pagoda was classified as a National Monument in 1990.