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Da Nang, Vietnam | Mazu Worship in Ba Na Hills: A Foreign Incense, Protecting Travelers Across the World

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Besides Buddhist temples and white jade Buddha statues, the religious complex of Ba Na Hills offers a particularly familiar patron saint: the worship of Mazu.

Mazu was originally the patron saint of fishermen and sailors along the Chinese coast. With the migration of Chinese people southward and trade, her faith spread to Vietnam. Standing before the temple in Ba Na Hills, amidst the curling incense, the statue of Mazu stands dignified and benevolent, as if offering a benevolent gaze to protect travelers from all directions.

This place is not only a place where descendants of Chinese people express their homesickness and faith, but also a microcosm of cultural integration. The worship of Mazu atop the mountain symbolizes that faith is no longer limited by geography, but rather extends to new lands, flowing with the hearts of people.

For travelers, encountering Mazu in Ba Na Hills is more than just a religious pilgrimage; it feels like a familiar call. The protection from the sea god reminds everyone who travels the world: no matter where you are, there is a bright light of compassion in your heart.

Post by 諸文武 | Sep 25, 2025