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Dayan Pagoda Northern Square

Yata Road, Yanta District, Xi'an 710061, China
Ranked #4 of 181 attractions in Xi'an
4.5 of 5 stars 213 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Fountains
Useful Information: Stairs / lift, Activities for older children, Activities for young children
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Θεσσαλονίκη, Ελλάδα
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

One of the two most famous pagodas in Xian, situated in the city center. Took some pictures around it but did not go up due to the price. At night with the lights and the people in the square is far more interesting More

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7 reviews 7 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

Impressive fountain display - very glad we visited. Easy 10-15min walk from Xiao Zhai metro station. Also very close to shaanxi history museum so can easily be combined in the same trip. More

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Shanghai, China
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

The fountain show at 8 pm is awesome. The only thing is when the wind blows your way, you are screwed. We, me and my boyfriend were soaking wet after the show. We walked away after we got the hardest "rain". But it was very warm that day so we dried in 30 min. Nice tip, the first noodle under... More

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Montreal, Canada
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

In a really nice and big park; by a sunny daym it is worth going there and walk Have tea if you can when you could wath poelpe strolling around. . The park is great and full of quiet people. There are many species of trees. It is a relaxing place, in the center of town. It is recommended. You... More

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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

We visited the pagoda and were impressed by the tour and the cultural history and significance. Was definately worth seeing More

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Udine
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

I enjoyed the peace of the gardens surrounding the temple, the mystic atmosphere of the Prayers' Hall and nearby praying rooms. I did not like the hords of loud Chinese tourist groups invading all spaces regardless of other visitors and monks. More

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16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012
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If you are in Xi'an you HAVE to check out the musical fountain located in the square of the Pagoda. It's the largest fountain of its type in Asia and is truly spectacular. Here is the schedule for the fountain's musical show (so you can plan your trip accordingly): Mon-Fri: 12pm and 8:00pm. Sat-Sun: 12:00pm - 10:00pm, every 2 hours.... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012

This square is well known for its musical funtain, however it is also a good place to see local people More

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Alpharetta
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2012

One of my best memories of Xi'an. Great for people watching. Lots of fun...kids will truly love it. More

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Columbia, South Carolina
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70 helpful votes 70 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2012

quite relaxing to just sit and watch many people from all over the world. fountains are nice-local kids would run through water to keep cool. nice statues of historic chinese people are placed arounbd the square. many restaurants are close by. More

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