The Legacy of Northern Qi, the Treasure of Henan: The Exploration of Xiuding Temple Pagoda

A hidden treasure in Anyang, Henan — the Xiuding Temple Pagoda. 🏰🗺️

The Xiuding Temple Pagoda was originally built during the Northern Qi dynasty, renovated during the Sui and Tang dynasties, and in the Ming dynasty, a tri-colored glazed pagoda top was added, making it a historical gem. 🏰🔨 Although I have seen many ancient pagodas, the Xiuding Temple Pagoda still impresses me, never causing aesthetic fatigue. 🌟👀

This pagoda is located in the middle of a village, surrounded by vast farmlands, but none of these can overshadow its brilliance. The reliefs covering the pagoda are vivid and rich, seemingly narrating the stories of history. 🌾🏞️ Next time I have the chance, I definitely want to take a closer look at these exquisite reliefs. 👓🔍

The Xiuding Temple Pagoda is a second batch national key cultural relics protection unit, unfortunately, it's a bit far away, but this also makes it appear more mysterious and unique. 🏰🗺️ If you are someone who loves history and exploration, then the Xiuding Temple Pagoda is definitely worth your while to discover. 🚶‍♂️🧭

Post by AUSTIN DENNIS | May 1, 2024