Overlooking the Perfume River for more than four centuries, Thien Mu Pagoda is one of Vietnam's most celebrated Buddhist landmarks and home to two National Treasures.

Nestled amid the vast seascape of Cu Lao Cham, Hai Tang Pagoda in Tan Hiep Island Commune, Da Nang, has long served as a centre of spiritual life and cultural heritage for local residents and visitors alike.

After nearly four decades in Vietnam, French photographer Nicolas Cornet spent three years documenting the country's temples, preserving both their architecture and the living traditions surrounding them.

Beneath the islands of Van Don lie ancient pagodas, towers and artifacts that reveal the spiritual heart of one of Vietnam’s most important medieval ports.

Hidden inside King Dinh Tien Hoang Temple is a remarkable 17th-century wooden relic carved with a mother dragon and five young dragons, a masterpiece of Vietnamese folk art.

A 3.8-ton statue of Shakyamuni Buddha carved from a single block of jade is drawing pilgrims and visitors to Quynh Lam Pagoda, one of the most significant Buddhist sites in northern Vietnam.

Unlike traditional Dong Son bronze drums, this unique artifact features two enclosed drum faces and has earned recognition as a national record holder.

For centuries, the Ngoc Nu statue at Dau Pagoda has captivated visitors with its lifelike beauty and delicate expression, becoming one of Vietnam’s greatest sculptural treasures.

The remains of Dong Duong Monastery continue to reveal the grandeur of a once-influential Buddhist hub.

From a dilapidated shelter, a centuries-old temple has been brought back to life through community effort and a unique construction approach.

Perched at an altitude of around 600 meters, Am Cac Pagoda is not only a sacred spiritual site but also a place of enduring mystery, drawing visitors with a centuries-old Buddha relief carved into a massive stone.

The story of Lien Phai Pagoda is inseparable from its founder - a nobleman who abandoned privilege to establish a uniquely Vietnamese Zen tradition.

Hoanh Son communal house in Nghe An, famed for its intricate carvings, has been restored, preserving a national architectural treasure.

Located near the confluence of two rivers in Bac Ninh, Xa Temple preserves the story behind Nam quoc son ha, a poem deeply etched into Vietnam’s historical memory.

From before dawn, visitors from across the region made their way to Hon Ba Temple, a small island sanctuary accessible only when the tide pulls back.

Built in the 10th century, Duyen Ninh Pagoda has become a popular destination for young people praying for romance and marriage at the start of the year.

Overlooking the Tra Khuc River, the towering statue at Minh Duc Pagoda stands as one of the tallest Buddhist monuments in the world.

Guarding the eastern side of ancient Thang Long, Bach Ma (White Horse) Temple carries a solemn, timeworn beauty and layers of cultural and historical stories intertwined with the capital city of Hanoi.

Thousands flock to sacred sites across the capital at midnight and on the first day of Tet (Lunar New Year) to pray for peace, prosperity and good fortune.