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Xi You Ji

Xi You Ji

Dive into the epic world of Journey to the West, one of China's Four Great Classical Novels. This captivating Buddhist pilgrimage saga, known in Mandarin as Xi You Ji, follows the monk Tang Sanzang and his powerful disciples, including the mischievous Monkey King, as they journey to obtain sacred scriptures. Experience a timeless Chinese classic novel filled with magical adventures, mythical creatures, and profound lessons of perseverance and enlightenment.

hiuen tsang a buddhist pilgrim from china

hiuen tsang a buddhist pilgrim from china

Hiuen Tsang, also known as Xuanzang, was a renowned Chinese Buddhist pilgrim who embarked on a historical journey to India in the 7th century. His quest for Buddhist scriptures and knowledge led him through perilous landscapes and diverse cultures, solidifying his place as a pivotal figure in the transmission of Buddhism from India to China and inspiring the famous fictional account, 'Journey to the West'.