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Ep. 76 | Buddhism and the Silk Road

The China History Podcast

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Journey of Xuanzang: Spreading Buddhism Across the Silk Road

This chapter explores Xuanzang's pivotal journey from China to India along the Silk Road to retrieve original Buddhist scriptures, highlighting the cultural exchanges and challenges faced during the 7th century. It also emphasizes his influential relationship with Emperor Tang Taizong and the lasting impact of his travels on Buddhism and Chinese culture.

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