29/50.-Saigon, Chua Giac Ngo Pagoda

Giac Ngo Pagoda is another small pagoda in Saigon. In this smaller temples is where you can see how Vietnamese live their faith. Almost no tourists get here. If you have more time, you may even find a monk that wants to talk to you!

There is one thing that I wanted to tell you, when you visit the temples and Pagodas in Vietnam you have to be respectful. Many people take their religious faith very seriously here. Even people who are not officially Buddhists, will pray and burn an incense stick when they visit a pagoda. Talking aloud, taking photos and walking too fast should be avoided. If you want to take a picture, wait till there is no one praying. And, of course, flash should be turned off.

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