Xuanzang's Pilgrimage
Xuanzang's Pilgrimage refers to the journey of the Chinese Buddhist monk Xuanzang to India during the 7th century. He traveled over 10,000 miles, facing numerous challenges, to obtain sacred Buddhist texts and deepen his understanding of Buddhism. His journey lasted from 629 to 645 CE.
Upon returning to China, Xuanzang translated many of the texts he brought back, significantly influencing Chinese Buddhism. His pilgrimage is celebrated for its dedication to the pursuit of knowledge and spiritual enlightenment, and it inspired the famous Chinese novel Journey to the West, which fictionalizes his adventures.