It was created to honor Zen master Nguyen Minh Khong, a national monk during the Ly Dynasty, who is also regarded as the patriarch of both bronze casting and traditional medicine in Vietnam. The main face of the cauldron is engraved with detailed depictions and inscriptions recounting the life and legacy of Nguyen Minh Khong in Vietnamese, English and Chinese. The massive bronze cauldron weighs 9.95 tonnes and stands 4.5 meters tall. The cauldron was cast in tribute to Zen master Nguyen Minh Khong. The front of the bronze cauldron is engraved with images and information about the life and career of Zen master Nguyen Minh Khong, presented in Vietnamese, English, and Chinese.

Source: VietNamNet News April 11, 2026 20:10 UTC