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 Twin Pagoda Temple

Twin Pagoda Temple

Written by Kelly PangUpdated Dec. 30, 2020

Summary

Twin Pagoda Temple contains two pagodas from the Ming Dynasty, and the pagodas are the tallest set of pagodas in China.

Introduction

It was first built in the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), and the original name was Yongzuo Temple. Two pagodas stand in this temple, making it more magnificent. Both of the pagodas stand straight like two pens, so it also gains the name of “Twin Pagoda of Pen”. Actually, the two pagodas were not built at the same time. The distance between the two pagodas is 60 meters.

Each of the pagodas was made entirely of bricks and stone. There is only one piece of wood in each floor of its eave. The techniques of the construction are exquisite and proficient. Looking from a distance, the height of the two pagodas are just the same and the two styles is very harmonious. Only close to the pagodas, can people see the differences of the two pagodas. The southeast pagoda is made of brick; the sculptures in the pagoda are elegant and refined and the diameter of the body of the pagoda is the same. So this pagoda is tall and straight. While the brim of the northwest pagoda is made of colored glaze, the sculpture is refined and delicate. The perimeter of the body of this pagoda vary greatly, thus it looks graceful and pretty.

The Temple

Yongzuo Temple lies below the pagodas, as old as the older pagoda. Yongzuo means praying for bliss from the Buddha. People call Yongzuo Temple Twin Pagoda Temple for the reason of the two pagodas. The main architectures of Yongzuo Temple are Daxiong Hall, Sansheng Pavilion and Gubei Corridor. Besides, there is famous Peony Garden in Yongzuo Temple. Daxiong Hall and Sansheng Pavilion are old-world and beautiful. They are splendid works of the wooden architectures of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). The stele corridor in the temple congregates various stone sculptures of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) and the Qing Dynasty (1636-1912); it is an ideal place for appreciating the Chinese calligraphy.

Travel Essentials

  • Ticket fare: 20 yuan per person
  • Opening time: 8: 30-17: 30
  • Location: About 4 kilometers southeast of Taiyuan city center
  • Getting there: By public bus No. 812 or 820
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