Daci'en Temple · Big Wild Goose Pagoda
A pagoda built by Xuanzang in the 3rd year of Yonghui of the Tang Dynasty (652) to house scriptures: The site of the translation institute where Xuanzang presided over translations. The seven-story, 64.5-meter wooden-style brick pagoda is a national treasure. Xuanzang Sanzang Courtyard and Dabyue Hall commemorate this pilgrim.
Visitor info
- Opening hours
- 08:00-17:30
- Ticket
- Temple CNY 50·Pagoda climb CNY 30
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
A pagoda built by Xuanzang in the 3rd year of Yonghui of the Tang Dynasty (652) to house scriptures: The site of the translation institute where Xuanzang presided over translations. The seven-story, 64.5-meter wooden-style brick pagoda is a national treasure. Xuanzang Sanzang Courtyard and Dabyue Hall commemorate this pilgrim; 'Naming the Pagoda' is the origin of the imperial examination culture (where successful candidates inscribed their names on the pagoda). Temple CNY 50, Tower climb CNY 30, 08:00-17:30, direct access from Dayanta Station on Metro Line 3/4. Located on the same line as Great Tang All Day Mall, with the pagoda silhouette and lights framing each other at night.
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