The Truc Lam Palace (Cung Trúc Lâm), designed by American architect Bill Bensley, is the most monumental structure within the overall Trúc Lâm Yên Tử Cultural Center. The construction of phase one covers over 6,000 square meters and was funded by the Vietnam Buddhist Association of Quảng Ninh Province.

Nestled against the Yen Tu mountain range, the palace is situated near significant landmarks such as Hoa Yen Pagoda, the Hall of the Patriarchs, and Đong Pagoda. The architecture of the Truc Lam Palace draws heavy inspiration from ancient structures that remain in the Yên Tử area, especially the Hue Quang Tower. Key architectural features include arched gates, vaulted doors, thick walls that rise on both sides, and roofs covered in dark-colored lotus-shaped tiles.

The Truc Lam Palace has a capacity of 5,000 to 7,000 people and serves as a space to honor the values of Truc Lam Yen Tu Buddhism, hosting memorial ceremonies, festivals, conferences, and various Buddhist cultural activities. The interior of the palace has received a significant investment of up to 30 billion VND from the province of Quảng Ninh, funded through socialized capital. This investment supports the creation of an environment that aligns with the spiritual and cultural significance of the Truc Lam Zen tradition.