Vietnam unveils massive Catholic shrine featuring 50-m Virgin Mary statue

VNExpress - Oct 17, 2026

The Our Lady of Cui Mountain Shrine overlooking Tri An Lake in southern Dong Nai City has officially opened as a major Catholic pilgrimage site, anchored by a towering 50-meter Virgin Mary statue.

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