飞仙阁摩崖造像, Buddhist cliff carvings in Pujiang, China
Feixian Pavilion is a Buddhist rock carving site in Pujiang with numerous statues carved into cliff faces across an extended stretch of mountain wall. The carvings include many Buddha figures and Bodhisattvas rendered in detailed sculptural work directly into the stone.
Work on the carvings started in the Tang Dynasty and continued across many centuries as successive periods added their own sculptures. The site traces how Buddhist carving practices evolved and changed through different eras.
The site shows local religious beliefs through its artistic choices and sculptural style, reflecting how Buddhism was understood and practiced in this mountain region over many centuries.
Early morning and late afternoon offer the best light for viewing and photographing the carvings along the rock wall. Wear comfortable walking shoes as the viewing path follows uneven terrain alongside the cliff face.
The site holds more than 24 written inscriptions that show how Chinese characters changed across centuries. These texts give visitors a rare look at how writing evolved in this particular region.
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