Small Wild Goose Pagoda
The Small Wild Goose Pagoda, known as Jianusi Pagoda and built between 707 and 709, is one of the two most important pagodas of the Tang Dynasty in the city of Xi'an of Shaanxi, the other notable being the Great Wild Goose Pagoda. , built in 652 and restored in 704. The two pagodas are symbols of the ancient city Chang'an (now known as Xi'an). The pagoda was originally a multi-eave, it has 15 floors with a height of 45 meters. After a great earthquake that happened in 1556, it was finally left with 13 floors.
Attractions of Small Wild Goose Pagoda
Within the complex, the most notable areas to visit are: the Mahavira or Main Hall, the Depository of the Sutras where the oldest ones are preserved, the Cishi Pavilion, among others. On the other hand, you can find the Morning Bell, which was built in the year 1192, has an approximate weight of 10 tons and a height of 4 meters. It was named because it was used to make the first bell tone of the day to the population towards prayer. It is currently kept in the bell tower of the temple, while a replica can be seen and sounded by travelers who visit the place.
The Small Wild Goose Pagoda is part of the Xi'an Museum. More than 130,000 precious relics representing the history and culture of the ancient city are exhibited in the museum, such as jades, seals, Buddhist statues, stone sculptures, ceramics, calligraphy and paintings. There is also a small exhibition room next to the museum where paintings from some farmers and different private collections are displayed. As one of the most well-preserved Tang Dynasty Buddha temples, it is reputed as the valuable Buddhist architectural heritage of Chinese history.
Things to Do at Small Wild Goose Pagoda
It is a good option to take a walk through the Small Wild Goose Pagoda during spring and autumn. If you want to appreciate the night landscapes, we recommend visiting the pagoda in the afternoon, as this way it is possible to have a beautiful experience and view of the horizon mixed with the lights and colors. Of course, if you prefer to appreciate daytime details clearly, it is better to visit in the morning. The air is fresh, the birds and flowers are vivid, which makes people feel happy.
Without a doubt, the pagoda is considered a very popular tourist attraction where travelers can appreciate relics, walk around and learn the cultures of Buddhism. In short, it is a sacred place that must be taken care of to remain in perfect condition. The Small Wild Goose Pagoda is worth a trip. In addition, you should not forget to also visit the Great Mosque of Xi'an next to the Muslim quarter, which is one of the most recommended places, since you will taste exquisite foods, from traditional Chinese to foreign ones.
