In the Footsteps of Xuanzang: Tan Yun-Shan and India

India and China are two ancient civilization of the world. They have been friendly neighbours for thousands of years and have made great contributions for the welfare of mankind. in a history extending several millennia, a large numbers of eminent priests, monks and scholars from both sides have gone across deserts and mountains to establish valuable cultural bridges. Faxian, Xuanzang and Yijing are the pioneers of these cultural emissaries from China. T he symbolism of Xuanzang has been used to highlight the spiritual imput derived by Tan Yun-shan from India and his dedication and self-sacrifice in striving to synthesize spiritualism and materialism.