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The Travels of Fa-Hsien
Hardcover
BuddhismCentral Asian HistoryGeneral Asia
ISBN13: 9781026045190
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 120
Weight: 0.77
Height: 0.31 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Travels of Fa-Hsien is a seminal travelogue documenting the remarkable journey of the Chinese Buddhist monk Faxian (Fa-Hsien) as he trekked through Central Asia and India between 399 and 414 CE. Seeking authentic Buddhist scriptures and sacred sites, Faxian's arduous pilgrimage took him across the Gobi Desert, through the rugged Hindu Kush, and into the heart of the Indian subcontinent during the height of the Gupta Empire. This account serves as one of the most significant primary sources regarding the state of Buddhism, regional customs, and the geographical landscape of the early fifth century.
Translated and annotated by the distinguished sinologist H. A. Giles, this volume provides a vivid window into ancient civilizations and the diffusion of religious thought across borders. From detailed descriptions of holy sites in Lumbini and Bodh Gaya to observations on the social and political structures of the regions he visited, The Travels of Fa-Hsien remains an essential text for historians, scholars of religion, and those fascinated by the history of world exploration. It captures a pivotal moment when the Silk Road served as a vital artery for the exchange of spiritual and cultural ideas across the Asian continent.
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