The Diamond Throne Pagoda of the Miaozhan Temple

The Diamond Throne Pagoda features sandstone masonry construction with intricate carvings depicting Buddhist symbols and ritual instruments throughout its 17-meter structure.

Built during the Ming Dynasty, this pagoda experienced damage from an earthquake in 1696, leading to the collapse of two small towers and subsequent renovations.

The pagoda stands as one of twelve Vajrasana structures in the Guandu District, serving as a center for Buddhist ceremonies and religious practices.

Regular structural monitoring through 3D laser scanning and X-ray analysis ensures the preservation of the pagoda's stone elements affected by weather conditions.

This structure remains the only stone overturned-bowl style pagoda among the original twelve Vajrasana pagodas from the Ming Dynasty period.

Location: Kunming

Part of: Miaozhan Temple

GPS coordinates: 24.95975,102.75572

Latest update: March 7, 2025 04:20