Another 'Big Wild Goose Pagoda' in Xi'an, not only has a thousand-year-old ancient pagoda, but also the Xi'an Museum!

Xi'an, this ancient and modern city, carries a rich history, culture and food, attracting countless tourists. When it comes to the attractions of Xi'an, the first thing that comes to mind is the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. This Buddhist building of the Tang Dynasty is not only one of the symbols of Xi'an, but also one of the most famous ancient pagodas in China. However, do you know? There is another 'Big Wild Goose Pagoda' in Xi'an - the Small Wild Goose Pagoda. It is located in Jianfu Temple, opposite the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, and is one of the two important landmarks of Tang Chang'an that have been preserved to this day. It is also one of the eight scenes of Guanzhong, 'Yanta Morning Bell'. Attraction information: ✅Must experience: The Small Wild Goose Pagoda scenic area includes the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, Jianfu Temple, and the Xi'an Museum. We can visit them in order. The Small Wild Goose Pagoda is a dense eaves Buddhist pagoda built during the Jinglong period of the Tang Dynasty (707 AD) to house the Buddhist scriptures translated by the high monk Yijing who returned from India. When it was first built, it had fifteen floors, but due to multiple earthquakes, there are now thirteen floors. There is a wooden ladder inside the tower that spirals up to the top, where you can overlook the cityscape of Xi'an. Under the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, there are exquisite stone carvings from various dynasties, such as stone Buddhas, stone lions, stone horses, and hitching posts, which are not to be missed for tourists who like folk artifacts. In addition, the shadow of the Small Wild Goose Pagoda forms a unique landscape with the white wall, which is a popular place for internet celebrities to check in. The pool next to the tower is planted with willows, and a few geese are swimming on the lake, as if they are in the Jiangnan water town. Climbing to the top of the tower, you can overlook the cityscape of Xi'an, and you can also see the figure of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, which is an excellent platform for viewing. ✅Must experience: Jianfu Temple is the temple where the Small Wild Goose Pagoda is located. It was founded in the first year of Wencheng of Tang Ruizong (684 AD). The original site was located at Kaihua Fang in Tang Chang'an City, but it was destroyed by war and rebuilt at the current site. The temple houses a large iron bell cast in 1192 (the third year of Jin Mingchang). Every New Year's Day, Jianfu Temple will hold a bell-ringing blessing event. Jianfu Temple in Tang Chang'an City is a Buddhist temple garden with water as its victory. The courtyard is elegant, with ancient trees towering, and its 'temple has a release pool in the east courtyard, about two hundred steps' around, and a wide variety of famous flowers and exotic plants are planted in the courtyard, especially peonies. The poet Wang Wei described the temple as 'different abandonments, group brilliance, hear the bell high tower, visit Buddha ascends the hall'. ✅Must experience: The Xi'an Museum is one of the highlights of the Small Wild Goose Pagoda scenic area. It is a city museum that displays the history and culture of Xi'an. The museum's exhibitions are divided into basic displays and temporary exhibitions. The basic display is divided into four exhibition halls: Xi'an History and Culture, Xi'an Folk Culture, Xi'an Urban Culture, and Xi'an Modern Culture, showing the historical changes, folk customs, urban construction, and modern development of Xi'an from ancient times to the present. The museum has many treasures, including the Tang Dynasty's auspicious beast grape mirror, the Qin Dynasty's jade high-footed cup, and the Tang Dynasty's tri-colored flying horse, all of which are not to be missed. 🕙Opening hours: The peak season (March 15 to October 31) opening hours are 9:00-18:00 The off-season (November 1 to March 14) is 9:00-17:30. Except for Tuesday, it is closed all day on New Year's Eve, and it is open normally at other times. 💰Ticket information: Free admission 🚉Transportation information: Subway: You can take the subway line 2/5 to Nanshaomen Station, and walk 500 meters after exiting the station, Bus: Take bus 18, 21, 29, 32, 14, 12, 21, 26, etc. to Xiaoyanta Station or Nanshaomen Station, and you can arrive in a few minutes.