making the pagoda the oldest and largest artifact of glazed bricks and tiles in China. Under the main body is a high stone Sumeru pedestal that has been buried by mud because of frequent flooding ...

The major renovation is the pagoda's first since its roofs were replaced in 1901. There is noticeable damage to the tiles, joints and plaster walls, according to the officials. The “sorin ...

The roof, crafted from terracotta tiles, is embellished with the traditional Vietnamese motif of "two dragons flanking a moon," representing harmony and prosperity. Surrounding the pagoda is the ...