Vietnamese Hindu temples

Vietnamese Hindu temples

A Hindu temple in Vietnam. It is the religious center of Hindus in the region. This temple was built to worship Hindu deities and provide a place for local Hindus to conduct religious ceremonies and celebrations. The activities of temples include religious rituals, sacrifices, celebration of festivals, and hosting community events. It showcases one of the seven Hindu architectural styles that evolved in Vietnam between the 8th and 16th centuries. It is a rare four story brick temple with a square plan, and the top of the tower is a scaled down replica of a classic Champa Hindu temple. These activities attract believers and tourists to visit and participate, to learn about Hindu culture and religious traditions.