Vietnam

Buddhism reached Vietnam as early as the 2nd century BC. Within a century ritual worship developed fast resulting in the construction of large pagodas and shrines. Buddhist of Vietnam had also a syncretistic effect with Taoism and Confucianism. Buddhism also played a major role in the country's struggles against oppression. The downfall of Buddhism begins in the 13th century.
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