2. Leifeng Pagoda
Leifeng Pagoda was built in 975, during the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms (AD 907-960). And the Sunset Glow over Leifeng Pagoda is one of the Ten Scenes of West Lake. The pagoda was famous for a folk tale - the Legend of the White Snake, a moving story about a young man and a young lady who changed into a white snake. The story has been adapted into many TV series and movies.
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The view of the Leifeng Pagoda from a distance. [Photo / Himily] |
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A sign, bearing the Chinese characters “Leifengta”, meaning “Leifeng Pagoda”, hangs on the main gate of the pagoda. [Photo / Li Xi] |
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The sunset over the pagoda. [Photo / Li Xi] |
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Tourists go up the stairs to visit the Leifeng Pagoda. [Photo / Li Xi] |
