Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
Buddhist pagoda built in 652 AD by the famous monk Xuanzang to store the Buddhist scriptures he brought from India after a 17-year journey. Located within Da Ci'en Temple, the seven-story pagoda is an iconic symbol of Xi'an.
Practical Information
Prices verified: Jan 17, 2026Entrance Fee
Adult
50 CNY~50.0 $
Child
25 CNY~25.0 $
Student
25 CNY~25.0 $
Temple entry 50 CNY, climbing pagoda extra 30 CNY. Students half price.
Best Time to Visit
Early morning (8:30-9:00) to catch monks chanting sutras. Spring (April-May) for blooming peonies. The fountain show in the North Square runs on weekends.
Connectivity & Services
Wheelchair access
PartialAudio guide
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Working Hours
Verified: Jan 17, 2026Monday08:00 — 17:30
Tuesday08:00 — 17:30
Wednesday08:00 — 17:30
Thursday08:00 — 17:30
Friday08:00 — 17:30
Saturday08:00 — 17:30
Sunday08:00 — 17:30
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Weather
Average temperature by month
Now
9°
9°33%20 м/с
Today
10°1°
10°1°Tomorrow5°1°
5°1°Mon
4°-3°
4°-3°Tue-1°-4°
-1°-4°Wed1°-4°
1°-4°Thu5°-3°
5°-3°Fri7°-3°
7°-3°5°
-4°Jan
9°
-1°Feb
16°
4°Mar
22°
9°Apr
27°
14°May
32°
19°Jun
33°
22°Jul
31°
21°Aug
25°
16°Sep
19°
10°Oct
13°
3°Nov
7°
-3°Dec
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