Jingzhen Octagonal Pavilion is one of the important cultural relics in Xishuang Banna. Those who want to go there when they study in China should know it is located in Jingzhen of Menghai County. It is about 14 kilometers far away from the county. The Octagonal Pavilion is the architecture of Buddhism. When youstudy in China, you may be told that it is an important part of the central Buddhist temple Walazhatan in Jingzhen area. It is said this pavilion was built to commemorate Sakyamuni by imitating the silk hat he wore.
In ancient time, it was a place to discuss the relevant business. During the process when you learn Chinese language in China, you may be told the activities like lecturing and dealing religious activities were held in 15th and 30th of every month in Dai calendar. Besides, it was also the place that the monks were promoted as the Buddha. If you go there when you study in China, you can also see there is a large and ancient bodhi tree between Jingzhen Temple and the Octagonal Pavilion.