Ten Directions Samantabhadra Bodhisattva statue, Buddhist colossal statue in Jinding, China
The Ten Directions Samantabhadra Bodhisattva statue stands 48 meters tall, depicting a ten-headed figure seated upon a four-headed elephant with six tusks. The structure dominates the summit area of Mount Emei with its imposing size and intricate sculptural details.
Construction of this monumental sculpture began in the late 1980s and reached completion in 2006, representing a turning point for Mount Emei's Buddhist heritage. The project coincided with a period of renewed religious restoration and development across the sacred mountain.
The sculpture honors Samantabhadra, a key figure in Mahayana Buddhism who represents compassion and wisdom; pilgrims visit to make offerings and seek blessings through prayer.
The site can be reached via established hiking trails on Mount Emei, with designated prayer areas and offering spaces around the temple complex. Weather conditions matter when visiting, as mountain fog and rain can change quickly and affect visibility across the summit.
The bronze structure received a gold coating treatment that gleams in sunlight and appears differently depending on viewing angle from around the mountain. This metallic sheen becomes especially visible during clear weather and creates a striking presence in the landscape.
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