Ruiguang Pagoda, Ancient Buddhist pagoda in Panmen Scenic Area, China
The Ruiguang Pagoda features an octagonal structure built from brick and wood, reaching a height of 43.2 meters with seven distinct floors.
Sun Quan, king of Wu, commissioned the construction in 247 CE as a thirteen-story tower, which was later reduced to seven stories during reconstruction in 1125.
The pagoda exhibits traditional Chinese architectural elements, including dougong supports for wooden eaves and detailed Buddhist carvings on its Sumeru stone base.
Located at 1 East Street in Suzhou, visitors can explore the pagoda grounds and surrounding gardens daily, with guided tours available at the entrance.
Archaeological excavations in 1978 revealed two gilded bronze stupas, Buddhist statues, and 120 volumes of ancient scriptures hidden within the third floor.
Location: Suzhou
GPS coordinates: 31.29167,120.61389
Latest update: March 2, 2025 22:47
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