Pho Chieu Pagoda.. A local temple in Hai Phong.

Pho Chieu Pagoda was established in 1953 by monk Ngo Chan Tieu from Thai Binh province. Originally, it was called 'Tam Giao Duong,' which enshrined the three teachings of Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism, symbolizing the religious fusion of traditional Vietnamese temples. In 1954, it became a base for resistance and later established itself as a historical site in Hai Phong. The current temple has undergone extensive renovations to acquire a modern appearance. The small temple in the pond, modeled after Hanoi's One Pillar Pagoda, features dragon sculptures at the four corners, harmonizing tradition and modernity. On the right is a garden with towers housing the remains of several monks, and on the left stands a nine-story pagoda. The water bottle on the lotus at the top of the pagoda symbolizes the teachings of the compassionate Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara. Pho Chieu Pagoda is especially significant during important days such as Buddha's Birthday (15th day of the 4th lunar month), the Lantern Festival (15th day of the 1st lunar month), and Ullambana (15th day of the 7th lunar month). It is a place where numerous devotees gather to pray for blessings for their families and friends, making it a representative religious and historical site in Hai Phong and a meaningful destination for travelers.