Schedule of the Sacred Relic Procession of Shakyamuni Buddha to Tam Chuc Pagoda, Ha Nam
From May 17 to May 20, 2025, Tam Chuc Pagoda (Kim Bang Town, Ha Nam Province) will host a series of major spiritual events, most notably the procession and enshrinement of the relics of Shakyamuni Buddha. As a highlight of the Vesak 2025 celebration, this sacred event offers a rare opportunity for monks, nuns, devotees, and people from across the country to pay homage, pray for peace, and spread the Buddha’s message of compassion and wisdom.
Detailed Procession Route – May 17, 2025
According to the Ha Nam Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the schedule is as follows:
Detailed Procession Route – May 17, 2025
According to the Ha Nam Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the schedule is as follows:
- 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM: The relics of Shakyamuni Buddha will be ceremoniously escorted from Quan Su Pagoda (Hanoi) via national highway to Liem Tuyen interchange (Thanh Liem District, Ha Nam).
- 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM: The procession will continue to the outer Tam Quan gate of Tam Chuc Pagoda.
- 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM: The relics will be paraded around Tam Chuc Lake, then proceed to the inner Tam Quan gate.
- 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: The relics will be solemnly brought to the Tam The Hall, where they will be officially enshrined.
Following the procession and enshrinement ceremony, activities such as chanting, peace-praying rituals, and relic veneration will take place at the main hall.
The Relics of the Buddha – Sacred Symbols of Enlightenment and Compassion
The relics of Shakyamuni Buddha are revered as supreme treasures in Buddhism, symbolizing enlightenment, purity, and boundless compassion. The enshrinement of the relics at Tam The Hall, Tam Chuc Pagoda, brings spiritual blessings to the public and affirms Tam Chuc’s role as a prominent Buddhist center in the region and the world.
From May 17 to May 20, 2025, the relics will be on display at Tam The Hall, open to all pilgrims and visitors for veneration.
Spiritual and Cultural Activities during Vesak 2025
In conjunction with the relic procession, Tam Chuc Pagoda will host various meaningful events as part of the Vesak 2025 celebration:
- May 18: Grand Ceremony of Vesak 2025 at the Vesak International Convention Center, Tam Chuc Pagoda.
- May 19 (daytime): “Loving Tree” Planting Ceremony at the Garden of Compassion – conveying a message of environmental protection and nurturing wisdom.
- May 19 (evening): Lotus Lantern Ceremony for National Peace and Remembrance at the inner Tam Quan gate – a deeply spiritual and moving moment for the community.
Event Preparation and Safety Measures
Given the magnitude of the event, the Ha Nam Provincial People’s Committee has assigned the Provincial Police to lead coordination efforts, including:
- Ensuring security and order along the procession route
- Organizing traffic flow and preventing congestion
- Inspecting fire safety systems to guarantee absolute safety
All logistics, event arrangements, and guest reception plans are being thoroughly prepared to provide a dignified and seamless experience for monastics, Buddhist followers, and pilgrims from across the country and beyond.
Prior to the procession to Tam Chuc, the relics are temporarily enshrined at the 1st floor of Quan Su Pagoda Hall (Hanoi) for public veneration from May 14 to May 16, 2025.
Tam Chuc Pagoda—recognized as the largest Buddhist complex in Southeast Asia—being chosen as the site for the relic enshrinement and Vesak 2025 celebrations underscores Ha Nam’s growing cultural and spiritual significance on the global Buddhist map. This occasion calls upon every Vietnamese to embrace compassion, wisdom, slow down, reflect, and spread goodness far and wide.
Prior to the procession to Tam Chuc, the relics are temporarily enshrined at the 1st floor of Quan Su Pagoda Hall (Hanoi) for public veneration from May 14 to May 16, 2025.
Tam Chuc Pagoda—recognized as the largest Buddhist complex in Southeast Asia—being chosen as the site for the relic enshrinement and Vesak 2025 celebrations underscores Ha Nam’s growing cultural and spiritual significance on the global Buddhist map. This occasion calls upon every Vietnamese to embrace compassion, wisdom, slow down, reflect, and spread goodness far and wide.
During the Vesak celebrations, Tam Chuc Pagoda is expected to welcome thousands of visitors and devotees. For a fulfilling and peaceful journey, travelers may choose to stay at Tien Loc Palace Hotel, centrally located in Phu Ly City.
Offering:
- International-standard accommodations
- Tranquil and well-equipped rooms
- On-site restaurant, café, and conference services
Tien Loc Palace provides a stay that feels “peaceful as home”—a perfect resting place for pilgrims, Buddhist delegations, and international guests during this special occasion.
