List of famous churches that cannot be missed during Christmas

Industry and Trade Newspaper respectfully introduces to readers some famous churches that cannot be missed during Christmas.

Industry and Trade Newspaper respectfully introduces to readers some famous churches that cannot be missed during Christmas.

Hanoi Cathedral - a unique ancient architectural work

Hanoi Cathedral's full official name is St. Joseph's Cathedral, located at number 40, right at the intersection of three streets: Nha Chung, Nha Tho street and Ly Quoc Su street, in Hoan Kiem district, City. Hanoi.

Hanoi Cathedral is designed in the European medieval Gothic architectural style (Photo: Dieu Linh)

Hanoi Cathedral has a 19th-century Gothic style with towers and symmetrical axes typical of Europe. This special architectural work is 64.5m long with a bell tower up to 31.5m high. At that time, this was the most unique and majestic architectural work in Hanoi's Old Quarter in particular and Hanoi Capital in general.

Notre Dame Cathedral - the highlight of the city named after Uncle Ho

Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon was built on October 7, 1877, by Bishop Isodore Comlombert. The church's architecture is a combination of Roman and Gothic styles, so it is classic and luxurious. This place was built according to the project of architect J.Bourard, including a cathedral, bell tower and park.

The architecture of Notre Dame Cathedral is a combination of Roman and Gothic styles (Photo: Focus Asia Travel)

After more than a century of construction, this church still retains its inherent ancient features and brings a different beauty in the lavish, bustling city. Therefore, this place is always the top destination for many tourists when visiting the city. Ho Chi Minh.

Tan Dinh Church, City. Ho Chi Minh

Tan Dinh Church is one of the famous Catholic churches in the city. Ho Chi Minh City, officially known as Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral. This is one of the two churches built very early and also has the largest scale in the city. Tan Dinh Church belongs to Tan Dinh parish, about 1.7km from Independence Palace, located at 289 Hai Ba Trung Street, Vo Thi Sau Ward, District 3, City. Ho Chi Minh.

The overall Tan Dinh church has a Gothic architectural style, but the decorative details have a bit of Roman and Baroque (Photo: Giaoxutandinh)

Tan Dinh Church is one of the unique architectural works, imbued with impressive Gothic colors, extremely rare in churches in Vietnam today. This project was officially started in 1870, inaugurated in 1876. The overall structure was initially light yellow, but after many repairs, it was covered with a distinct pink color. The facade of the church consists of a main tower with two auxiliary towers.

It is the special color of this project that has caused the name Tan Dinh church to quickly be noticed and deeply imprinted in the subconscious of the people of the city. Ho Chi Minh at that time. Although it has a Gothic architectural style, many details of the church are still decorated in Roman and Baroque directions.

Phat Diem Stone Cathedral - Ninh Binh

Located in Phat Diem town, Kim Son district, Ninh Binh province, Phat Diem stone church is known for its many years of construction and its impressive design that intersects Buddhism and Catholicism. Phat Diem Stone Cathedral is located far from the city. Ninh Binh is about 28 km to the south and has an area of ​​22 hectares, about 117m wide, 243m long.

All works of Phat Diem stone church are arranged on an overall plan shaped like the letter "King" (Photo: ninhbinhlegend)

The works of Phat Diem stone church have open and closed spaces in a very clear Oriental landscape style. There is a lake in front, then there is a mountain, which not only makes the landscape more charming but also represents the thinking and concept of Asian people "In advance there is water, in the future there is paint", meaning the hope that everything will happen. good and peaceful for present and future life.

After decades of construction, this place still retains its impressive beauty blending Asian and European styles and attracts a large number of tourists to visit each year.

Kien Lao Temple Church - Nam Dinh

Kien Lao Temple Church is located in Xuan Tien commune, Xuan Truong district, Nam Dinh. This church is very large, has a large number of parishioners, and is among the wealthiest in the Diocese.

The architecture of Kien Lao Holy Temple church is like a castle (Photo: kienlao.net)

The church is designed and decorated with embossed statues, modeled after the Church of Our Lady of Bui Chu, built and designed by Catholic people and artisans from rural families in the area. The highlight of the architecture of this large church is the wide spherical roof and high bell tower located among the villages next to the clear blue river, creating a peaceful, ancient highlight for the space here.

Kontum wooden church

Kon Tum wooden church is located on Nguyen Hue Street, City. Kon Tum, Kon Tum province, was built in 1913, completed in 1918 and still exists today. Kon Tum Cathedral was designed and built by a French priest.

The church has a unique architecture made entirely of wood (Photo: tourtaynguyen)

The materials used to build the church are also very special, not made of stone like Phat Diem stone church (Ninh Binh), nor made of bricks or reinforced concrete like other churches, but completely made of the best wood. at the time. Ca chit (red bamboo) - a typical wood of the Central Highlands used mainly in the construction of churches. Through the skillful hands of artisans from Binh Dinh, Quang Nam, Quang Ngai... the project was erected, the wooden panels were glued together with tenons without using nails. The church is the only remaining Basilica-style wooden masterpiece in the world.

Domaine De Marie Church - a European mark in the heart of Da Lat

Domaine de Marie Church is located on Ngo Quyen Street, far from the city center. Da Lat, about 1 km southwest, is an architectural cluster including a chapel and two rows of houses of the Convent of the Daughters of Charity Saint Vincent. The church campus is located on Mai Anh hill, so it is also called Mai Anh church.

The church was built entirely in the 17th century European architectural style (Photo: Traveloka)

The first impression that Domaine De Marie church brings is the characteristics of European architectural style, built on a large area of ​​up to 12 hectares. A special feature that everyone is surprised to know is that the church does not use cement but uses other natural adhesives such as lime, molasses, and walls made of split stone up to the window sill level.

Domaine De Marie Church has raised many orphans and also taught them weaving, embroidery, and painting. Behind the church is the grave of Lady Jean Decoux, to remember the person who built the church and also fulfilled her wish. The lady passed away in an accident on Prenn Pass in 1944 during a trip from Saigon to Da Lat.

Chicken Church - Da Lat

Chicken Church, also known as Dalat Nicola Bari Cathedral, is one of the special works of the city. Da Lat. Located on Tran Phu Street, in the center of Da Lat city, people here often call this Chicken Church because on the top of the church's bell tower there is a unique large chicken shape, a symbol of the French. built and left behind, and according to the New Testament, this is a symbol of repentance.

The church was built entirely in the 17th century European architectural style (Photo: Traveloka)

The first impression that Domaine De Marie church brings is the characteristics of European architectural style, built on a large area of ​​up to 12 hectares. A special feature that everyone is surprised to know is that the church does not use cement but uses other natural adhesives such as lime, molasses, and walls made of split stone up to the window sill level.

Domaine De Marie Church has raised many orphans and also taught them weaving, embroidery, and painting. Behind the church is the grave of Lady Jean Decoux, to remember the person who built the church and also fulfilled her wish. The lady passed away in an accident on Prenn Pass in 1944 during a trip from Saigon to Da Lat.

Chicken Church - Da Lat

Chicken Church, also known as Dalat Nicola Bari Cathedral, is one of the special works of the city. Da Lat. Located on Tran Phu Street, in the center of Da Lat city, people here often call this Chicken Church because on the top of the church's bell tower there is a unique large chicken shape, a symbol of the French. built and left behind, and according to the New Testament, this is a symbol of repentance.

Chicken Church was built in a unique Roman architectural style (Photo: mia.vn)

Chicken Church in Da Lat was built in 1931 and completed in 1942 by the French in a unique Roman architectural style. The church is built in the shape of a cross, 65m long, 47m high, both facade and ground are built in balance with each other. Besides, at this height, when standing from the bell tower, people can admire the panoramic view of the city. Da Lat.

Phu Cam Church - Thua Thien Hue

Phu Cam Church is located on a small hill called Phuoc Qua, in Phuoc Vinh ward, on the southern bank of the Perfume River, City. Hue. The project has a beautiful location, with large space, surrounded by many other Church buildings. This is one of the largest and most famous cathedrals in Hue and has a long history.

Phu Cam Church - the most famous and largest Hue church in the capital (Photo: Oi Hue)

Phu Cam Church is a work of high value in history and architectural art; And this is also a typical and precious work of architect Ngo Viet Thu left to Hue city, along with other works such as: Hue University Institute, Hue Pedagogical University, Huong Giang Hotel, Century Hotel... The project is a mark of modern architecture and deserves to be a new era heritage of Hue.

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Update day : 11/12/2023