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Fawang Temple Pagoda
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Fawang Temple Pagoda
CHINA, Henan, Zhengzhou
The pagoda stands at the southern foot of Taishi Mountain and is around 210 m south of Fawang Temple. There is no inscription that records the construction of the pagoda; however, judging from its style, it was probably built during the High Tang period (712-756). Surrounding the pagoda there are five other brick pagodas constructed between the Tang (618-907) and Qing (1644-1911) dynasties. This pagoda was listed as a National Cultural Heritage Site in 2001.
The 15-tier, square, brick pagoda is 35 m high, with each side measuring 7 m. The eaves consist of corbeling on each level. From the seventh level upwards the eaves grow rapidly smaller, creating a tapered curved shape. An arched doorway on the first tier leads to a chamber. All other levels have an arched opening on every side. The spire has been damaged, but other parts of the pagoda are in good condition. |
