A pair of Chinese-style stone lions was removed from Gia Quat Pagoda in
Long Bien District, Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Ho
Anh Tuan said on Tuesday.
In the near future, foreign-style stone lions with fierce looks, large
paws and sharp teeth are expected to be removed from relics, pagodas and
temples throughout the country.
The Culture, Sports and Tourism Ministry has promulgated a document
warning agencies and individuals not to exhibit or use symbols or
objects unsuited to Vietnamese customs and culture.
