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Monday, May 12, 2025

Twin Pagodas, Yongzuo Temple, Taiyuan, Shanxi, China

The Twin Pagodas ("Shuang Ta") are at now-secularized Yongzuo ("Eternal Blessing") Temple, Taiyuan, Shanxi. Built in 1599 and 1609, each exceeds 54 meters in height. They are named Xuanwen ("declaring culture") and Wenfeng ("culture peak"), and are constructed of brick carved to appear like wood.

Posted to Reddit et al, May 12, 2025

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