Giant Wild Goose Pagoda

大雁塔
pagoda in Xi'an
#2 in Xi'an / #24 in China
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by Alex Kwok
/ CC BY-SA 3.0

The Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, located in Xi'an, China, is a historic Buddhist pagoda that dates back to the Tang Dynasty (618–907). Originally built in 652 during the reign of Emperor Gaozong, the pagoda was constructed to house Buddhist scriptures and figurines brought to China from India by the famous monk Xuanzang. Standing at a height of 64 meters (210 feet), the structure has undergone several restorations and expansions over the centuries. The pagoda is an architectural marvel and an important cultural relic, serving as a testament to the rich history of Buddhism in China.


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