The image displays a large informational sign, oriented sideways, set outdoors in what appears to be a temple or pagoda complex. The sign features a map of the "TRUC LAM HON BA PAGODA" and its visitor regulations. In the upper section of the sign, an aerial map or rendering of the pagoda complex is shown, indicating various buildings and features numbered from 01 to 24, nestled among lush green trees. A legend below the map provides Vietnamese and English names for each numbered location. For example, some of the listed locations include: * 01: CỔNG TAM QUAN / Tam Quan Gate * 02: CỔNG PHỤ / Side Gate * 03: NHÀ SẮP LỄ, NGHỈ CHÂN / Offering and Rest Pavilion * 04: SÂN QUẢNG TRƯỜNG / Courtyard Square * 05: NHÀ BIA / Stele Pavilion * 06: ĐIỆN THỜ THÁNH MẪU THIÊN Y A NA / Shrine of the Holy Mother Thien Y A Na * 07: TÔN TƯỢNG BẢN SƯ THÍCH CA / Sacred Statue of Shakyamuni Buddha * 08: ĐIỆN LINH SƠN / Shrine of Linh Son Deity * 09: GÁC CHUÔNG / Bell Tower * 10: GIẢNG ĐƯỜNG / Dharma Lecture Hall * 11: ĐIỆN ĐỊA TẠNG / Shrine of Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva * 12: NHÀ ĐÓN TIẾP THẬP PHƯƠNG / Universal Guest Hall * 13: NHÀ KHÁCH / Guest Quarters * 14: TÒA TAM BẢO / Main Hall (Buddha Hall) * 15: HÀNH LANG LA HÁN / Arhat Corridor * 16: NHÀ THỜ TỔ / Patriarch Hall * 17: ĐIỆN QUAN ÂM / Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva Shrine * 18: NHÀ ĐÓN TIẾP NỘI BỘ / Monastic Reception House * 19: NHÀ TĂNG / Monks' Quarters * 20: NHÀ VỆ SINH / Public Restroom * 21: NHÀ BẾP - NHÀ ĂN / Monastic Dining Hall * 22: NHÀ PHƯƠNG TRƯỢNG / Grand Abbot's Residence * 23: NHÀ THỦ TRÌ / Abbot's Residence * 24: THIỀN THẤT / Residence The lower and larger section of the sign is dedicated to "NỘI QUY THAM QUAN CHÙA TRÚC LÂM HÒN BÀ / TRUC LAM HON BA PAGODA VISITOR REGULATIONS." The text, presented in both Vietnamese and English, outlines rules for visitors. The opening hours are specified as "GIỜ MỞ CỬA OPENING HOURS 07:00 - 15:00." The regulations cover various aspects: * **01. DI CHUYỂN VÀ CŨI XE / 01. TRAFFIC AND PARKING:** Instructions to follow parking instructions and park vehicles in designated areas. * **02. TRANG PHỤC VÀ ỨNG XỬ VĂN MINH / 02. MODEST ATTIRE AND RESPECTFUL CONDUCT:** Dress neatly, speak softly, avoid vulgar language, do not push/shove, do not bring food/beverages (except bottled water), and practice energy conservation. * **03. BẢO VỆ CẢNH QUAN / 03. PROTECTING THE LANDSCAPE:** Refrain from picking flowers, breaking branches, climbing trees, stepping on grass, or damaging the pagoda's nature. * **04. VẬT DỤNG KHÔNG ĐƯỢC MANG VÀO CHÙA / 04. PROHIBITED ITEMS:** Strictly forbidden items include weapons, flammable substances, illegal drugs, alcohol, pets, and unauthorized cultural materials. * **05. BẢO VỆ TÀI SẢN CHÙA / 05. PRESERVING PAGODA PROPERTY:** Do not climb, write on, or damage pillars, walls, Buddha statues, furniture, bells, drums, or other structures. * **06. LỄ PHẬT TRANG NGHIÊM / 06. REVERENT WORSHIP ETIQUETTE:** Remove hats, refrain from smoking, turn phones silent, no filming/photography in Sacred Exhibition Hall and Main Hall. One incense stick at the censer in front of Main Hall; do not light incense elsewhere. * **07. TUÂN THỦ HƯỚNG DẪN TRONG KHUÔN VIÊN / 07. FOLLOWING ON-SITE GUIDELINES:** Adhere to signs and notices; do not enter restricted areas or private monastic quarters. * **08. TRẺ EM ĐI CÙNG / 08. CHILDREN'S SUPERVISION:** Supervise children to prevent running, playing loudly, and keep them away from unsafe areas. * **09. CÁC HOẠT ĐỘNG CÁ NHÂN VÀ KINH DOANH / 09. PERSONAL AND COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES:** Unauthorized activities like selling, begging, distributing leaflets, promoting images, or personal gain are prohibited without pagoda consent. * **10. ĐỐI VỚI CÁC ĐOÀN THAM QUAN / 10. FOR VISITING GROUPS:** Group leaders/tour guides are requested to provide accurate and respectful information. The sign itself is bordered with an intricate, dark brown pattern. It stands on what appears to be a grassy or mossy incline to the right, suggesting a natural setting. In the background, part of a traditional pagoda-style building with a reddish-brown tiled roof and an ornate finial is visible. A person wearing a purple shirt and dark pants is standing upright next to the sign, facing away from the camera. The sky in the background is blue with some white clouds. A large, gnarled tree with bare branches is visible in the lower-left corner of the frame.

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