A pagoda on the slopes of Nui Mot, the final stop on the central Con Dao sightseeing route
Nui Mot Pagoda, also known as Van Son Tu, is one of Con Dao's signature attractions; on the island's tourist map, it ranks second on the list of places worth visiting. In 2009, it was recognised as a provincial-level historical, cultural and scenic relic. The present structure was restored starting in August 2010 and inaugurated in December 2011. It is a cultural and architectural work steeped in Vietnamese tradition, laid out in harmony with the surrounding landscape and closely linked to Con Dao's network of historical relics. The road up to the pagoda is part of the experience. From central Con Dao, visitors follow Vo Thi Sau Street, then the road along the mountainside to visit An Son Mieu, the shrine to Lady Phi Yen commonly known as Mieu Ba Phi Yen, and just a short way further on is Nui Mot Pagoda. On the tourist map, the pagoda is the final stop on the central Con Dao route, after Hang Duong Cemetery, Con Dao Temple, Mieu Ba Phi Yen and An Hai Lake. The pagoda is not included in the Con Dao relic complex ticket, and is open daily from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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- Visit the pagoda on the slopes of Nui Mot
- Take the mountainside route past Mieu Ba Phi Yen up to the pagoda
- Combine with the central Con Dao sightseeing route in one half-day
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