Last updated 2026-11-12 — Era: Liao Dynasty Location: Dongpingfang Village, Daping Town, Chaoyang, Liaoning Province A Liao Dynasty tiered brick pagoda, 20 meters high, hexagonal with nine levels. Research indicates that among the existing Liao pagodas in China, only one-fifth are hexagonal. Moreover, the brick carvings on this pagoda are extremely exquisite. Take the 2.1-meter-high Sumeru pedestal as an example: the lower waist is carved with lotus petal and butterfly patterns. Each side of the waist contains three niches, inside which are carved images of Buddhas, arhats, and musical performers, while the corners of the waist also feature carved corner deities. These brick carvings are beautifully shaped, vividly realistic, and exude elegance and solemnity. The design and the relief carvings on the pagoda body demonstrate a high level of artistry.