Xian,
while being ancient, is a beautiful city to explore. It is home to remarkable
tourist attractions. One of those notable tourist destinations is the Giant
Wild Goose Pagoda. It is renovated as a Buddhist Pagoda, which is situated in southern
Xian. It was built during the reign of Tang dynasty and had five stories
initially.
The structure was
reconstructed by Empress Wu Zetian and its external brick facade was renovated
during the Ming dynasty. The primary function of the pagoda was to hold sutras
and figurines of Lord Buddha that were brought to China from India by the
Buddhist translator and traveller, Xuanzang. It is located inside the Dacien
Temple complex and is easily accessible from the Da Yan Ta station of line
three of the Xian metro.
The foremost landmark
which visitors will encounter while entering Xian is the ancient City Wall. It
envelops the old city in a huge square area. The northern side extends parallel
to the railway. Till today, the wall is respected as a milepost, which divides
the city into an inner and outer part. It is weighty, tall, long and thick. The
South Gate and the North Gate forms the two main entry and exit points to the
inner city. The city places itself neatly along the City Wall.
The present City Wall
is an enhancement of the old Tang dynasty structure, which took place due to
the emperor's wall building initiative. The base of the wall was made up of
earth, quick lime and glutinous rice extract, all of them pounded
together.
The Drum Tower is located
in the heart of Xian. It stands erected above the city centre and renders a
splendid view. It derives its name from the huge drum located within the
building. The drum is beat at sunset to signify the end of the day. Several
large drums hang on the first floor of the Drum Tower.
Each of them is
decorated with beautiful, elementary Chinese writing, which symbolizes good
fortune. The delightful arrays of drum are only for display and visitors are
not allowed to touch any of them. The top of the tower renders a panoramic view
of the city.
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