Leshan Giant Buddha, Stone Buddha statue in Sichuan, China
The stone statue stands 71 meters tall at the meeting point of the Min, Qingyi, and Dadu rivers against a red sandstone cliff face.
The construction started in 713 under Buddhist monk Hai Tong and continued until 803, requiring the labor of thousands of workers throughout multiple generations.
The statue depicts Maitreya Bodhisattva as a monk and contains 1,021 carved stone buns forming the hair pattern on its head.
The entrance fee costs 80 yuan, and visitors can choose between walking paths or boat rides to view the statue from different angles.
The internal drainage system directs water through hidden channels carved within the structure, preventing erosion damage during rainfall seasons.
Location: Sichuan
Inception: 803
Height: 71 m
Part of: Mount Emei Scenic Area, including Leshan Giant Buddha Scenic Area
Address: 2345 Ling Yun Lu, Shi Zhong Qu, Le Shan Shi, Si Chuan Sheng, China, 614099 614000 Le Shan Shi
Phone: +868332302296
Website: http://leshandafo.com
GPS coordinates: 29.54720,103.76918
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:14
China's architecture spans from modern skyscrapers to historic city walls and engineering achievements. From the glass bridge in Longtan Valley to the TV tower in Guangzhou, these structures combine tradition with modern technology. Temples, fortifications and museums document the country's history, while new buildings like Tianjin Library and Beijing's Olympic Stadium represent the future.
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