Fujian Wuchen Tower Travel Guide

Scenic spot introduction:

Wuchen Pagoda is the oldest hollow stone pagoda in Fujian Province. It is located several hundred meters southwest of the nine thousand-year-old temples in Fengding Village, Xiyuan Township, Xianyou County, Fujian Province. The Wuchen Pagoda was built in 865 AD (the sixth year of Xiantong reign of Emperor Yizong of the Tang Dynasty) by Zhengjue, the founder of the nine temples. It was originally a Dabi Pagoda that was cremated after the death of the monks. It was named Wuchen Pagoda during the Chongning reign of Emperor Huizong of the Song Dynasty. According to expert research, the Wuchen Pagoda was burned by bandits in 1146 AD (the 16th year of Shaoxing in the Southern Song Dynasty). The current Wuchen Pagoda was rebuilt in 1166 (the Bingxu year of Qiandao in the Song Dynasty).

Attractions distribution:

Wuchen Tower has a long history and unique architectural style. The main attractions include the stone scripture building, the base of the tower, the spire, the south gate, the Chen Shidunshe pillar, the reliefs of the warriors protecting the tower, the melon-shaped tower pillars, the spiral stone steps, steps, etc.

Scenic spot qualifications:

National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit

Scenic spot features:

photography, architecture, history, ancient pagoda