Am Vai Pagoda and Its Values in Developing Tourism in Bac Giang Province

Abstract

Am Vai pagoda in Bac Giang province, a historical site surrounded by primaeval forests and diverse flora, belongs to the Truc Lam Yen Tu Zen sect of Buddhism. The pagoda’s unique values are enhanced by the interweaving residence of ethnic minority groups. The temple’s inherent sacredness blends with its historical, Buddhist, and cultural values, making it a significant resource for tourism development, particularly for spiritual and ecotourism in Bac Giang province. The article focuses on analysing the values of Am Vai pagoda as well as the potential and advantages of developing tourism models in Bac Giang province.