Chinese Pagoda

Author: Sang Zichang (Editor)
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Publishing Date: November 1, 2005
Features: Across the vast land of China, ancient pagodas are ubiquitous, diverse in form, numbering in the tens of thousands. Among them, over 2,000 have been listed as nationally protected cultural heritage sites at the city and county levels. Some are solemn and dignified, others majestic and towering, some exquisite and graceful, and others simple yet harmonious—truly earning the description "towering above China, as magnificent as the work of ghosts." These ancient pagodas have weathered the test of time yet stand tall, fully reflecting the ingenuity and advanced architectural techniques of ancient Chinese laborers.
With the reform and opening-up, all industries have flourished, and the tourism sector is also booming. To enable the Chinese people and international tourists to better appreciate China's scenic spots and historical relics while understanding the splendid national cultural heritage of China over the past 5,000 years, especially during the time of a symposium held in the Buddhist community to commemorate the 2,000th anniversary of Buddhism's introduction to China, this book has been specially compiled and illustrated. This allows readers to enjoy the beauty of each pagoda while reading the text, gaining both knowledge about the pagodas and aesthetic pleasure.
Currently, the people of China fully enjoy the freedom of religion. The number of people who practice religion (especially Buddhism) is on the rise. At the same time, governments at all levels place great importance on the protection of local cultural heritage, establishing specialized institutions to implement comprehensive management measures—including maintenance, supervision, opening, reception, and service—for existing heritage sites. These efforts aim to preserve and promote China's national culture, pass on history to future generations, and offer art to the world.