You must visit Kaiyuan Temple in Zhengding

This Kaiyuan Temple in Zhengding is indeed worth a visit. Inside, there are several treasures. Let's start with the huge Bixi (a mythical creature) on the left side as you enter. This Bixi is the base of the Dezheng Stele from the Five Dynasties period, commissioned by the military governor An Chongrong. Made of bluestone, it is 8.4 meters long, 3.2 meters wide, 2.6 meters high, and weighs 107 tons, making it the largest of its kind in the country. See? It's number one in the nation! That alone is worth the price of admission. You must get up close and take a photo to truly appreciate its imposing presence! Next, let's talk about the bell tower. You might say, bell towers are common in all temples, right? True, but this is the only completely preserved Tang Dynasty bell tower in the country. Lastly, let's discuss the Xumi Pagoda, also known as the Wild Goose Pagoda or the Brick Pagoda, which is the main structure of Kaiyuan Temple. It was built in the 10th year of the Zhenguan era (636 AD) during the Tang Dynasty. Standing 42.5 meters tall, it is a nine-story, densely eaved, square pagoda made of brick and stone, with each story tapering off as it rises. The bottom layer features bas-reliefs of eight muscular men at the four corners, each exquisitely detailed. I took a few casual shots, and upon closer inspection, each one has its own unique expression. Take a look at the pictures for yourself. After all this, is there anything that piques your interest? If you're curious, then... it's so close and so beautiful, spend a weekend in Hebei