Chinese Travelers

1. Faxian (CC. 337 – C. 422 CE) Journey: Faxian traveled to India in the early 5th century CE, primarily to study BuddhismBuddhism and collect Buddhist scriptures. Contributions: His detailed accounts of Indian society, culture, and Buddhist monasteries provided valuable information about the Gupta period. Impact: Faxian’s writings influenced the spread of Buddhism in China … Read more