Encyclopedia of India–China Cultural Contacts v1.c7.s3.t18.4

v1.c7.s3.t18.4

During the third year of Yonghui (652 CE) of Tang Dynasty, in order to better protect the Buddhist scriptures from India, Master Xuanzang submitted a written statement to Li Zhi, Emperor Gaozong of Tang and suggested building of Dacien Pagoda in front of Dacien Temple in the Indian architecture style. His suggestion was eventually accepted by the Emperor. During the course of its construction, Master Xuanzang fully devoted himself to monitor it and even participated in the delivery of bricks and stones. Soon, the pagoda was completed and named Pagoda of Dacien Temple, present-day Giant Wild Goose Pagoda.