Chùa Xvayton

Chùa Xvayton is in Xã Tri Tôn, Tri Tôn, An Giang, Vietnam. Xvayton, also called Xà Tón, is a Khmer Buddhist temple in central Tri Tôn. Its architecture introduces decorative traditions different from those of many nearby Vietnamese Buddhist temples. The provincial account describes Naga imagery, small funerary towers and a significant association with palm-leaf religious manuscripts. These features make the site especially valuable for understanding Khmer cultural presence in the region, while the active monastery still requires a courteous visitor approach. Look for the roof forms and Naga decoration from permitted areas, and ask whether any manuscript interpretation is available to ordinary visitors. Do not assume rare manuscripts can be handled or viewed on demand, and follow the monks’ current guidance for entering the hall. This remains a place of religious or community use. Follow the current visitor guidance, leave ceremonial objects undisturbed and let worship determine the pace and extent of sightseeing in the areas offered to guests.