Build a trip to Xi An
Da Ci'en Temple is the mother temple of the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda and was the most famous temple in Chang'an during the Tang Dynasty. It was built by Crown Prince Li Zhi (later Emperor Gaozong) in memory of his mother. The temple complex features traditional halls dedicated to various Buddhas, adorned with fine sculptures and paintings. It remains a major center for Buddhist activity in Xi'an. Expert Recommendation: Explore the 'Xuanzang Sanyuan Hall,' which contains murals depicting the monk's legendary journey to India. Pro Tip: This temple is at the heart of the Qujiang tourist area; visit in the morning to avoid the 'Grand Tang Everbright City' crowds that arrive later.
Known locally as 'Tian Xia Di Yi Mian,' this restaurant is a pilgrimage site for noodle lovers
Tianlong is one of Xi'an's oldest and most popular vegetarian restaurants, located just a stone's throw from the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
This museum focuses on the aesthetic evolution of Chinese art through the millennia, featuring a curated collection of Buddhist statues, ancient paintings, and delicate jade pieces
A masterpiece of Tang Dynasty Buddhist architecture, this pagoda was originally built in 652 AD to house the sutras and figurines brought back from India by the scholar-monk Xuanzang
Visited this place? Share your experience and help other travelers.