Nestled at the base of Sam Mountain in An Giang province, Ba Chua Xu Temple is among the most revered spiritual landmarks in southern Vietnam. Ba Chua Xu Temple. Locals believed that Ba Chua Xu had chosen the spot as her rightful place of worship. Regardless of its true origin, the statue is now deeply embedded in Vietnamese spiritual life, venerated as Ba Chua Xu. Photo: M.TThe statue of Ba Chua Xu, carved from rose sandstone, enshrined in the main hall.

Source: VietNamNet News January 23, 2026 09:30 UTC