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Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
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The Giant Wild Goose Pagoda is a seven-story brick structure rising 64 meters in the southern part of Xi'an. Built in 652 AD under Emperor Gaozong, it originally stored sutras and figurines brought from India by the monk Xuanzang. Visitors can climb the narrow internal staircases to each level, where windows frame expanding views of the city and surrounding plains. The pagoda's simple, elegant form has become a symbol of Xi'an, and the grounds are especially lively at night when fountains and lights create a festive atmosphere.
Don't miss
- Climb to the top for panoramic views of Xi'an's skyline and the surrounding countryside.
- See the stone carvings and calligraphy on the pagoda's exterior, including inscriptions by Tang dynasty scholars.
- Visit the nearby fountain square in the evening for a synchronized water and light show.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inTerracotta Army+Gaint Goose Pagoda+City Wall Bus Tour with Option4.8★ · 10 travelers~9 hoursFree cancellationFrom$17 per personSee dates →
Best full dayMini Group Xian Day Tour to Terracotta Army, City Wall, Pagoda and Muslim Bazaar4.9★ · 1,534 travelers9–10 hoursFree cancellationFrom$24 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleXi'an: Top 3 Highlights All Inclusive Private Day Tour5★ · 125 travelers~8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$168 per personSee dates →More attractions in Xi'an
