dynasty (907–960) by Emperor Liu Chang. Square in shape, it has seven stories with the height of . Over 900 exquisite niches with small statues of Buddha are carved on the body of the pagoda. When first built, it was covered with gold and known as Gilded Thousand Buddha Pagoda (). Transportation The temple is accessible within walking distance north of Ximenkou Station of Guangzhou Metro. Gallery See also Chinese Buddhism List of Buddhist temples Six Banyan Temple Hualin Temple (Guangzhou) Hoi Tong Monastery Benhuan References Bibliography Buddhist temples in Guangzhou Yuexiu District Major National Historical and Cultural Sites in Guangdong