Twin pagodas of Suzhou, Buddhist pagodas in Suzhou, China
The Northern Song Dynasty twin structures feature eight sides and seven stories each, standing over 30 meters tall with iron steeples atop brick bases.
The twin pagodas, constructed in 982 by the Wang brothers from Wuxian County, remain as the main remnants of the former Dinghui Buddhist temple.
Each floor of the pagodas rotates 45 degrees from the level below, creating an architectural pattern that represents Buddhist principles of spiritual advancement.
The entrance fee ranges between 8 and 10 Yuan, allowing visitors to explore the surrounding garden and stone carving museum in the first courtyard.
The eastern tower measures half a meter shorter than its western counterpart, making them fraternal rather than identical twins despite their similar appearance.
Location: Jiangsu
Location: Suzhou
GPS coordinates: 31.30886,120.62967
Latest update: March 5, 2025 02:29
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