Reconstruction of the Xuan Lung Pagoda: Rescue after a devastating fire!

Reconstruction of the Xuan Lung Pagoda: Rescue after a devastating fire!

Xuan Lung, Phu Tho, Vietnam - On May 12, the Ministry of Culture, Sport and Tourism received the official report No. 2351/UBND KGVX from the PHU THO Province of Province for the Restoration of the Xuan Lung Pagoda, which is also known as Pho Quang Pagoda. This pagoda is considered a national relic and is located in the municipality of Xuan Lung in the Lam Thao district, province of Phu Tho. A fire that broke out on October 23 at around 10 a.m. caused considerable damage to property, but there were no personal injury. The property damage is estimated at 25 billion and

The Xuan Lung Pagoda is not only because of its architectural meaning, but also because of the valuable artifacts that it houses it, of great cultural relevance. The Stein-Buddha altar, a national treasure, was strongly sooty by the fire and has several damage. The altar was only recognized as a national treasure in 2021, and it is extremely important to take suitable measures for protection and restoration.

planned restoration measures

The Ministry made a statement on the agreement of the restoration project, which includes a variety of measures. This includes the overall planning of the relics, the restoration of the Tam Bao Temple according to the original architecture before the fire and the reconstruction of important structures such as Tam Quan and a ceremonial house. A renovation of the courtyard, garden and technical infrastructure is also planned.

• The size of the lecture halls should be reduced.
• The interior of the Tam Bao must be designed without arched doors on the axes mentioned in the communication.
• The use of fluorescent lamps for interior lighting is not permitted.
• The artifact system in Tam Bao is examined and evaluated for historical and artistic values.
• In the non -reusable artifacts, valuable pieces should be kept as relics.
• The Buddha altar made of stone is only laid when needed and must be particularly protected during the relocation process.

urgency of the measures

The Ministry calls on the People's Committee to commission functional authorities and local authorities with the quick implementation of both short -term and long -term measures. Immediate measures include the assessment of the cause of the fire as well as the recording and protection of the remaining structures and components of the monument. In particular, attention should be paid to the coverage of buildings in order to avoid direct loads.

Long -term measures require a scientific assessment of the material structure in order to develop effective solutions for maintaining and restoration. The ministry has also requested proposals to renovate the relics in accordance with the legal provisions as well as the wishes of the population and local authorities.

In November 2024, the Ministry had already published a message on the problem of the Xuan Lung Pagoda, which included proposals for protection and restoration. Experts have determined the serious damage to many objects in the temple. Against this background, it is crucial that everyone involved pulls together to preserve the cultural heritage of the Xuan Lung Pagoda for future generations.

For further information on the upcoming restoration work and considerations, the reports can be found on vietnam.vn and laodong.vn to be viewed.