Pagoda of Tayuan Temple on Mount Wutai

Pagoda of Tayuan Temple on Mount Wutai

The Pagoda of Tayuan Temple on Mount Wutai is a cultural tourism attraction.

Pagoda of Tayuan Temple on Mount Wutai: Also known as the "Relic Pagoda," it is located within Tayuan Temple, south of Xiantong Temple in Huaizhen on Mount Wutai. The base of the Relic Pagoda is square, and the structure stands approximately 50 meters tall. It was built entirely using lime mixed with rice paste. Amidst the lush green mountains, the towering white pagoda stands out prominently. The finial, the disk, and the precious jewel at the top are all made of bronze. Around the midsection of the pagoda and the disk, there are 252 wind chimes. When the wind blows, they tinkle melodiously, making this pagoda an iconic symbol of Mount Wutai.

Yanglin Village: Located in the core area of the Buddhist holy site Mount Wutai, Yanglin Village governs four villager groups—Yanglin, Yingfang, Taiping Street, and Jinjiesi—with a total of 380 households and over 840 residents. The village has only 20 acres of arable land but boasts 2,648 acres of forested land. Thanks to its geographical advantages, Yanglin Village has consistently prioritized tourism. By focusing on the tourism industry, the village achieved a total economic income of 5.715 million yuan, including 3.935 million yuan from tourism. The per capita net income is 3,136 yuan. The village has 61 Party members, and 25 activists were cultivated this year. During the 2005 election for the village branch and committee, a... More details about Yanglin Village++