Wentong Pagoda, originally known as Zunsheng Pagoda, was first constructed in the second year of the Jinglong era during the reign of Emperor Zhongzong of Tang (708 AD), standing at 44 meters tall with 13 levels. In the second year of the Chongzhen era of the Ming Dynasty (1629 AD), it was renamed Wentong Pagoda due to its proximity to Wentong Temple, and has undergone several renovations since. In 1668 (the eighth year of the Kangxi era of the Qing Dynasty), after the massive earthquake in Tancheng, only two levels of the pagoda remained. When rebuilt, it was restored to seven levels. The current pagoda is a brick structure without beams or columns, standing at 23 meters tall with seven levels and eight corners, featuring a yellow body and green eaves. On the ground level, there are four Buddha statues of Shakyamuni, and on the top level, there is a seated statue of the Goddess of Mercy. The pagoda is open all year round, accessible 24 hours a day.
Wentong Pagoda
Wentong Pagoda, originally known as Zunsheng Pagoda, was first constructed in the second year of the[...]
