Giant Wild Goose Pagoda

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이야기 7구간총 14분 45초

역사·문화BY TELLBY

1Giant Wild Goose Pagoda2:30

Welcome to Xi'an, the ancient capital once known as Chang'an, and to its most iconic symbol: the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda. Standing tall for nearly 1,400 years, this structure is arguably the most important symbol of the city—even…
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2North Square and the Musical Fountain1:58

Our tour begins at the expansive North Square, which serves as the grand entrance to the pagoda complex. This area is famous for hosting the largest musical fountain in Asia, covering over 110,000 square meters. …
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3Da Ci'en Temple — The Temple of Thanksgiving2:04

We now enter the Da Ci'en Temple, the sacred grounds that surround the pagoda. The name 'Ci'en' translates to 'Kindness and Grace,' or more literally, the 'Temple of Great Maternal Thanksgiving.' It was commissioned by Prince Li…
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4The Pagoda Structure — Tang Architecture and Survival2:14

We now stand at the base of the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda itself. Standing at 64 meters (about 210 feet) tall, the current structure has seven stories, though its height and number of levels have changed throughout history due to…
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5The Interior — Treasures of the Silk Road2:02

Entering the pagoda, we find ourselves in the space specifically designed to house the 657 Buddhist texts (sutras) that Xuanzang brought back from India. While the original physical copies of the sutras are now kept in museums…
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6The Upper Levels — A Panoramic View of History1:57

Reaching the seventh and top floor, we are rewarded with a panoramic view that encapsulates the entire history of Xi'an. From these arched windows, you can see the 'juxtaposition of historic architecture and the modern skyline.'…
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7Closing2:00

As we conclude our tour of the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, we stand once again at its base, looking up at its seven stories. We have journeyed through the festive North Square, the filial halls of the Da Ci'en Temple, and the…
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