As spring arrives, TTC World – Ta Cu (located in Ham Thuan Nam Commune, Lam Dong Province) becomes a familiar pilgrimage destination for Buddhist devotees and visitors from near and far.

With its fresh mountain air, a sacred complex of spiritual architecture, and convenient transportation connections, the site offers an ideal setting for gentle, fulfilling spring outings and same-day journeys at the start of the year.

Linh Son Truong Tho and Linh Son Long Doan pagoda.

For many Buddhists and travelers, spring travel is not merely the first journey of a new year, but also a time to turn inward—seeking serenity and enduring spiritual values. Ta Cu Mountain is a sacred land closely associated with the ascetic path and pioneering merits of Zen Master Tran Huu Duc. Its spiritual atmosphere has been nurtured and preserved through generations, creating a harmonious blend of natural beauty and profound religious depth.

The Buddhist space at TTC World – Ta Cu is further enriched by the stone-carved Buddhist scripture installation, a distinctive highlight of both spiritual and artistic value. The Heart Sutra (Prajñā-pāramitā) is engraved in classical calligraphy, combined with lotus mudra motifs and the image of Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva. Meanwhile, the Great Compassion Mantra—extracted from the Nilakantha Dharani Sutra with its 84 verses—is deeply carved into stone and adorned with eight-petaled lotus patterns. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this space invites contemplation, helping visitors find calmness, clarity, and inner peace as they begin the new year.

The unique stone-carved Buddhist scripture installation at TTC World – Ta Cu

Offering Incense for Peace – A Harmonious Beginning to the New Year

With its spiritual complex atop the mountain, Ta Cu has long been a destination for pilgrims and visitors who come to offer incense and pray for peace, good fortune, family harmony, and a tranquil mind in the year ahead. Ancient temples, majestic Buddha statues set amid the mountains, and a quiet, contemplative atmosphere create a sacred spiritual refuge—where people can entrust their wishes, release worries, and welcome the new year with positive, serene energy.

Interwoven among the spiritual structures are Zen gardens and the wind bell tower, where natural sounds blend with mountain breezes to evoke a sense of relaxation and ease. Surrounding the entire complex is a nature conservation area with a diverse ecosystem, preserving the pristine beauty of Ta Cu Mountain and offering visitors a close connection with nature.

A Complete Spring Journey with Diverse Activities

Beyond its spiritual significance, TTC World – Ta Cu is also favored by domestic and international visitors thanks to its convenient location and easy connectivity to many destinations in the region. From Ho Chi Minh City, Phan Thiet city center, Mui Ne, Da Lat, as well as provinces in the Mekong Delta and the Southeast, travelers can reach TTC World – Ta Cu with ease via various modes of transport—making it suitable for short getaways or same-day spring pilgrimages.

A series of spring celebration activities at TTC World – Ta Cu.

During the Lunar New Year period, the destination maintains a festive spring atmosphere with a range of cultural and traditional experiential activities. From the first to the seventh day of Tet, programs are flexibly arranged throughout the day, allowing visitors to combine pilgrimage and sightseeing with festive enjoyment, while easily managing their time and planning a journey that suits their personal preferences.

Notably, on the Full Moon of the First Lunar Month (Lantern Festival – Tet Nguyen Tieu), TTC World – Ta Cu hosts a series of meaningful spiritual activities that guide people back to inner reflection and the cultivation of mindfulness at the beginning of the year. Highlights include the 6th Tea Meditation Program, themed *“Thuong Nguyen – Enlightening the Mind and Awakening Wisdom,”* which combines Dharma talks with incense-offering rituals and the chanting of Nguyen Tieu sutras to pray for national prosperity, peace, and family well-being. The festival atmosphere is further refined with traditional zither and bamboo flute performances, along with the 5th Lantern Floating Ceremony for peace and harmony—spreading gentle light, faith, and hope for a calm and prosperous new year.

Thien Thai Restaurant on Ta Cu Mountain offers a wide variety of vegetarian and health-focused cuisine for visitors.

In addition to sightseeing and worship, visitors can take a break and enjoy vegetarian or non-vegetarian cuisine within the tourist complex. The harmonious combination of landscape, spirituality, and services ensures a journey that is gentle, peaceful, and truly fulfilling.

Amid the pace of modern life, TTC World – Ta Cu remains a destination where visitors can return to inner calm and begin the new year with enduring spiritual values. With its sacred atmosphere, fresh natural environment, and suitability for short trips, the site continues to be an ideal choice for spring travel and early-year pilgrimages for visitors from all walks of life.