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TÂY PHƯƠNG PAGODA - VIỆT NAM
Tây Phương Pagoda is located on Tây Phương mountain in Yên Village, Hà Tây Province. The pagoda was built in the 3rd century and was undergone several restorations. In 1794 under the Tây Sơn regime, it was completely renewed, hence its present design. It comprises three successive constructions : the Hall of Prostration, the Main Shrine, and the Sanctuary, all with doubletiered roofs. It seems that this architectural arrangement is inspired by Buddhist and Confucianist thought: the three constructions symbolize the three forces governing the world. The pagoda has approximately 80 statues of all sizes representing former monks who stayed at the pagoda. It also possesses a bell molded in 1796 and many valuable altars of emperors of the Cảnh Thịnh dynasty. Tây Phương Pagoda is not only an historical site with valuable architecture, but also a scenic spot in Hà Tây Province. |
