On the Road: Wenfeng Pagoda - A thousand-year-old pagoda in Anyang that is larger at the top than at the bottom.
by Adams Thomas Tom
Sep 19, 2024
🌟Wenfeng Pagoda Scenic Area Travel Guide🌟
• Scenic Area Highlights:
• Wenfeng Pagoda, also known as Tianning Temple Pagoda, is a landmark of Anyang City, famous for its unique umbrella-shaped architecture. The eight sides of the pagoda are decorated with exquisite and vivid brick carvings depicting various Buddhist stories.
• Transportation:
• Take bus No. 18, 21, or 25 and get off at Wenfeng Pagoda Station.
• Ticket Information:
• Tickets are CNY 25 per person. Opening hours are 8:30 am–6:00 pm (Monday–Sunday, January 1–December 31).
• Tour Route:
• It is recommended to first visit the brick carvings of Buddhist stories at the base of the pagoda, then climb the 72 steps to the top of the pagoda for a panoramic view of the ancient capital of Anyang.
• Photo Spots:
• Wenfeng Pagoda itself is a great place to take photos, especially at sunset when the pagoda glows with a spectacular light.
• Food Recommendations:
• There are many famous Henan snacks near Wenfeng Pagoda, such as Kaifeng fried cold noodles, chrysanthemum hibiscus meal, and Jiangmi cake, which are worth trying.
• Accommodation Suggestions:
• Xiangzhou Hotel (Anyang Station Wenfeng Pagoda Scenic Area Branch) is a good choice, located at No. 68 Jiefang Road, Wenfeng District, with convenient transportation and complete facilities.
• Notes:
• Wenfeng Pagoda is steep, and you need to use all four limbs to reach the top. The 72 steps are more than 38 meters high, and each step is more than 0.5 meters high. You may feel weak in the legs after descending the pagoda.
• Be careful not to be induced to spend money by tour guides, especially at the Jade Guanyin, where there may be fortune-telling charges.
We hope this guide will make your trip to Wenfeng Pagoda in Anyang more enjoyable and fulfilling! 🌟
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