The Romance of the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda

Xi'an Must-Visit｜Understand the Romance of the Flourishing Tang Dynasty at the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda🏯 Who would have thought! The moment you stand under the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda and look up, you are truly struck by a thousand years of history~ This seven-story ancient pagoda, built under the supervision of the monk Xuanzang, holds countless stories of Chang'an✨ Originally constructed to store Buddhist scriptures and relics, it later became a place of honor for Tang dynasty scholars to inscribe their names on the "Wild Goose Pagoda." Every brick and tile bears the imprint of Silk Road culture. The "Two Saints and Three Wonders Stele" at the south gate on the ground floor is a calligraphy treasure written by Emperor Taizong (Li Shimin), Emperor Gaozong (Li Zhi), and the famous calligrapher Chu Suiliang—seeing it up close is truly breathtaking! 📸 Secret photo spots: ▫️ Joy City 4th Floor Viewing Platform: Red walls paired with the ancient pagoda create a perfect ancient film vibe ▫️ Under the shade of trees at Ci'en Temple: Shoot the pagoda’s peak through the leaves for an amazing atmosphere ▫️ North Square Music Fountain: At night when the lights come on, the mist reflecting on the pagoda is super dreamy 💡 Travel Tips: ✔️ Climbing the pagoda requires a separate ticket; it’s recommended to book in advance via the official WeChat account. The view overlooking Xi'an city is incredible ✔️ Wearing Hanfu for photos is a huge hit! There are many rental shops nearby with great value ✔️ Evening visits are best: Watch the sunset gild the pagoda, then stay for the fountain light show The sound of bells ringing in the wind across the eaves feels like whispers crossing a thousand years. Here, the modern commercial district and the ancient temple gaze at each other across space, where the aroma of food and the spirit of Zen intertwine—this is the true way to experience Xi'an~