(This article was published in the Shenzhen Daily on October 19, 2015.)
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| The "Flowery Pagoda" at Liurong Temple, Guangzhou |
The traditional building called the "pagoda" dates back to Buddhism's early days in India, where remains of the historical Buddha (and other significant figures) were placed in earthen mounds with a series of stylized concentric umbrellas on top, all on a single pole. (The umbrella was a symbol of royalty.)
