Sun & Moon Twin Pagodas (Guilin)

China / Guangxi / Guilin

Guilin's Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas is one of the Guilin's attractions. It is situated in Shanhu (Shan Lake). The word sun and moon in Chinese character written together meant brightness. Some say it symbolises the future of Guilin is bright.
The Sun Pagoda is constructed with copper; it has 9 floors and reaches a height of 41 metres. The Moon Pagoda's construction is made of marble; it has 7 floors and measuring 35 meters high. The two pagodas are connected via a tunnel at the bottom of the lake.
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Coordinates:   25°16'26"N   110°17'24"E

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