SAKYAMUNI PAGODA, Yingxian, China.

Built entirely out of timber, this pagoda is popularly known as the 
Wooden Pagoda of Yingxian County in Shanxi Province.  It is part of the 
Fogong (Buddha's Palace) Temple and was built in 1056 during the Liao 
Dynasty.  Standing 67.31 meters high, it is the only extant large 
wooden pagoda in China and also the tallest among ancient wooden 
buildings of the world.  For almost a thousand years its excellent 
construction has permitted the pagoda to withstand countless severe 
earthquakes.  Wide balconies around the exterior allow for panoramic 
views of Yingxian County Town, Mount Hengshan, and the Songgan River.

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Created by Lee Sojot.
