Lieu Vien Pagoda

Lieu Vien Pagoda is located in Lieu Vien village, Nghiem Xuyen commune, Thuong Tin district, Hanoi City, and now belongs to Nghiem Xa village, Thuong Phuc commune. As one of the typical religious works of the locality, Lieu Vien Pagoda is closely associated with the cultural and spiritual life of the local community over many generations. The relic was ranked by the Hanoi City People's Committee under Decision No. 2064/QD-UBND dated 07/11/2007.

Not only does it carry historical and religious values, Lieu Vien Pagoda is also situated within the traditional cultural space of Lieu Vien countryside – a land rich in historical, cultural, and revolutionary traditions. Together with the local system of communal houses and pagodas, the relic is a place where people entrust their spiritual life, remember their ancestors, preserve customs and practices, and foster a spirit of community solidarity.

Lieu Vien is also the hometown of photographer Nguyen Ba Khoan – who recorded many important milestones of the nation's history through images. The historical and cultural values of the land have contributed to creating depth and a distinct identity for the relic space. Over time, Lieu Vien Pagoda has continued to serve as an important cultural and religious address for the community.