Xuanzang
602–664 · Chinese · Tang Dynasty
Known for: The Buddhist monk who walked to India and inspired Journey to the West — the original backpacker
Xuanzang traveled from China to India on foot (and camel) to collect Buddhist scriptures, spending 17 years on the journey. His account inspired Journey to the West (featuring the Monkey King).
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