🌐 Cao Dai Holy See (Tay Ninh)
Vietnam
About This Sacred Site
The Cao Dai Holy See in Tay Ninh is the spiritual headquarters of Caodaism, a syncretic religion founded in Vietnam in 1926. Caodaism blends elements of Buddhism, Christianity, Taoism, Islam, and Confucianism, and its vibrant temple is one of the most visually striking religious buildings in Southeast Asia. The Divine Eye, the religion's chief symbol, adorns the temple's facade. Noon prayer ceremonies with thousands of white-robed worshippers are a dramatic spectacle. Caodaism has between 2 and 5 million adherents, mostly in Vietnam.
Key Facts
- •Caodaism was founded in 1926 in southern Vietnam
- •Blends Buddhism, Christianity, Taoism, Islam, and Confucianism
- •The religion venerates figures including Victor Hugo, Sun Yat-sen, and Joan of Arc
- •The All-Seeing Eye (Divine Eye) is the religion's chief symbol
- •An estimated 2–5 million adherents, mostly in Vietnam
Location
Coordinates: 11.2889, 106.2200
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