Con Son Pagoda preserves national treasures in Ha Tinh

Con Son Pagoda, also known as Con Son Thien Tu Phuc Tu, remains a significant historical and spiritual site in Ha Tinh province. As a former center of the Truc Lam Zen sect, the pagoda houses several national treasures that serve as evidence of its long history and traditional artistic achievements.

Key artifacts include the Thanh Hu Dong stele, a blue stone monument from the Tran Dynasty era (reign of King Tran Due Tong, 1372–1377). The stele features intricate carvings, including the “Thanh Hu Dong” inscription and dragon motifs. It was officially recognized as a national treasure in 2015.

Additionally, the Con Son Tu Phuc Tu stele, created in 1607 during the reign of King Le Kinh Tong, documents the major restoration of the pagoda in the early 17th century. This hexagonal blue stone stele showcases Mac Dynasty artistic styles through its lotus-shaped base and dragon imagery.