South Vietnam
Tay Ninh & Cao Dai Temple
Published on May 28, 2026
Overview
The Cao Dai Holy See in Tay Ninh is the Vatican of Caodaism — a uniquely Vietnamese religion founded in 1926 synthesising Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism and Christianity.
What to Do
- Noon prayer ceremony — arrive at 11am for the spectacular noon service with hundreds of white-robed worshippers
- Explore the grounds — colourful gates, administrative buildings and meditation halls
- Tay Ninh Black Lady Mountain — a pilgrimage hill with pagodas and shrines
Best Time to Visit
Year-round. Ceremonies at 6am, noon, 6pm and midnight.
Getting There
Bus from Ho Chi Minh City (2.5 hrs). Often combined with Cu Chi Tunnels.