Buddhism in the Vietnam

Visitors to the Vietnam looking to soak up the country’s rich heritage will be spoiled for choice at any Vietnam Hotel, but should consider a stay at the Anantara Mui Ne Resort & Spa. A fine Resort in Mui Ne, this hotel expertly blends Vietnamese tradition and modern comfort to spoil guests with a one-of-kind experience on the scenic southern coast.

The Vietnam is an iconic landmark in the Buddhist landscape, and has incorporated elements from Taoism, Chinese spirituality and Vietnam’s indigenous spirituality. Buddhism was introduced to the country in the 2^nd or 3^rd century through Buddhist monks from India, and China’s annexations of Vietnam created many cultural, historical and philosophical ties between the two countries still apparent today. Today’s brand of Vietnamese Buddhism is most closely related to Chinese Buddhism, with Mahayana Buddhism being the link connecting the two countries. The Mahayana tradition is practised mainly in the north of the country, and the southern and central regions are influenced by Theravada Buddhism, with a strong presence from Saigon to Ho Chi Minh City. Vietnamese Buddhists practise their faith to gain merit through good deeds and the blessings of higher masters in order to speed their path to enlightenment, the state of zero suffering. A visit to the Vietnam will set visitors on their own path to divine bliss, whether it is in a temple, a church, or simply a stay at one of the serene spas along the country’s pristine southern coast.