Vom Pagoda in Thieu Khanh Ward (Thanh Hoa City) is an ancient temple whose sanctuary is carved directly into a rocky cliff, housing a high-relief Buddha statue that rises 6 meters - an exceptional monument unmatched in Vietnam.

According to historical records, Vom Pagoda dates back to the Le dynasty. It is located at the foot of Vom Mountain, historically known as Ban A Mountain.

Perched beside the poetic Ma River in a residential area, the pagoda was constructed in the early Le era and retains significant architectural value. Though time and upheaval have weathered it, the Le-Nguyen style layout and features remain, offering a rare glimpse into classical Vietnamese temple architecture.

Seen from afar, the temple appears embedded within the mountain itself. The layout begins with traditional perimeter walls and a Tam Quan gate. Vom Pagoda retains a full structure of front hall, central chamber, and sanctuary, arranged in the "tien nhat, hau dinh" style.

The front hall consists of a wooden structure with a curved roof spanning seven sections (five central and two side bays). The central chamber is located along the mountainside and divided into three sections.

The sanctuary stands out for being built directly against a cliff face. The cliff has been sculpted into a massive high-relief Buddha measuring 3.1 meters wide and 6 meters tall.

This is the largest cliff-carved Buddha found not only in Thanh Hoa but across Vietnam. It represents an exceptional example of Vietnamese stone carving and is a central spiritual and artistic treasure of Vom Pagoda.

Because of its location at the mountain’s base, slope, and cliff face, the pagoda gives the impression of being embraced by the rock.

According to Venerable Thich Truc Thanh Phap, Deputy Abbot of Vom Pagoda, the original nine-tiered tower from the Le era no longer exists. However, behind the temple to the left remains a stone stele from King Le Hien Tong, along with poetry engraved on the cliffs by esteemed historical figures.

Two four-roofed stone stupas topped with lotus-shaped finials still stand to the left of the temple. Their lotus-like bases are terraced on all four sides. Another stupa lies within a nearby residential area.

The temple grounds also preserve numerous ancient worship spaces. Inside, the sanctuary hosts the massive stone Buddha at the rear, with other Buddha statues arranged in front. On either side of the central hall, a total of 13 ancient statues of local deities and guardians are still displayed.

Vom Pagoda, along with Ban A Mountain, was designated a provincial historical and architectural relic site in 2011.