It was built on Ngọc (Jade) island in returned sword lake in Trần dynasty (1225-1400). National hero Trần Hưng Đạo and some illustrious writers are worshipped in the temple. Originally, it was a small temple and enlarged time by time. In 1865, Ngọc Sơn temple was renovated the shape which we can see today. A large pen -shaped tower (Tháp Bút) was built at the entrance of the temple. On the Tháp Bút, there are three Chinese characters Tạ Thanh Thiên. Behind Tháp Bút it is Đài Nghiên (Ink Stand). Passing Đài Nghiên, you walk into the temple crossing Thê Húc bridge made of wood.
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