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The Da Ci'en Temple, originally known as Wu Lou Si, was built in 589 A.D and later renamed by Emperor Li Zhi in 648 A.D. This magnificent Buddhist temple features 13 courtyards and encompasses an impressive area of over 10,000 square meters. Predominantly facing east, it includes the iconic Big Wild Goose Pagoda, which stands at 64.1 meters tall. This historical site serves as a significant cultural icon and pilgrimage destination for Buddhists. Explore the beauty and architecture of this revered temple in Xi'an, one of China's ancient capitals.
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Ci’en TempleXi’an By Jenny Lane http://www.chn-asia.com/html/xi_an_info.html
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-Built in 589 A.D. -Named Wu Lou Si Temple until 648 A.D. -Renamed Da Ci-en (Thanksgiving) by Emperor Li Zhi http://matthewj.mulder.name/Foto/2002/XiAn/DaCien/index.html http://www.brynmawr.edu/Acads/Cities/wld/wcapts1.html
-13 separate courtyards -1879 rooms -Faces East -Covers rectangular area of over 10,000 square meters Gate connecting two buildings in the temple. http://www.gweep.net/~saki/gallery/Big-Wild-Goose-Pagoda/P1010223
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Engraved Tablet http://matthewj.mulder.name/Foto/2002/XiAn/DaCien/index.html
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Big Wild Goose Pagoda -base edge of 48 meters wide and 4.2 meters high -total height is 64.1 meters http://www.travelchinaguide.com/cityguides/xian.htm
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