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Leshan Giant Buddha

• Chinese Name: 乐山大佛
• Address: No. 2435, Lingyun Road, Shizhong District, Leshan City(150 KM from chengdu) 乐山市市中区凌云路2435号
• Opening Time:8:00-18:00
• Attraction level: AAAAA
• Type: World cultural and natural heritage
• Built Time: 803 AD
• Subject: Gautama Buddha
• Recommended Visiting Time:2-3 Hours
• Height: 71m
• width: 24m
• Entrance Tickets: ￥ 80
• Cruise Tickets: ￥ 70
• Tel: 0833-6116666
• Official website:http://www.lsdf517.com/web/index.aspx

Leshan Giant Buddha

The Leshan Giant Buddha stands 71 meters tall and is the largest stone Buddha statue in the world.

Carved out of a cliff face overlooking the confluence of the Minjiang, Dadu, and Qingyi rivers, the statue Construction of the statue began in the Tang Dynasty (618-907) and was completed in the year 803 .

It was built by a Chinese monk named Haitong, who hoped that the statue’s presence would calm the turbulent waters of the rivers below, which were believed to cause boat accidents and drownings.

The statue has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the most popular tourist attractions in China.

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Leshan Giant Buddha Tour Map

Leshan Giant Buddha Photo

Leshan Giant Buddha Video

2024 Leshan Giant Buddha Day Tour Package

Leshan Giant Buddha Travel Guide

Things To Do:

1.Admire the Giant Buddha

• The primary attraction of Leshan is, of course, the Giant Buddha itself. Take some time to admire the sheer size and intricate details of the statue.
• You can get up close to the statue and take a boat ride to see it from the river.

2.Explore the Surrounding Area

• The Leshan Giant Buddha is located in a beautiful area that is worth exploring.
• You can take a stroll through the nearby parks and gardens, enjoy the scenic views of the rivers, and see some of the smaller statues and temples in the area.

3.Climb the Cliffside Trail

• If you’re feeling adventurous, you can climb the steep cliffside trail that leads to the top of the mountain.
• The trail is narrow and can be challenging, but it offers some stunning views of the Buddha and the surrounding area.

4.Try Tasty Local Cuisine

• Leshan is known for its authentic  Sichuan cuisine, which is a must-try when visiting the area.
• Explore the old neighborhood of Leshan city,there are many time honored local restaurants and food stalls serving up a variety of dishes, from hotpot to street food.

5.Attend a Light Show

• At night, the Giant Buddha is illuminated with a light show that highlights its features and history.
• It’s a unique and magical experience that is definitely worth seeing.

Travel Tips:

• There are 2 ways of visiting Leshan giant buddha: One is river cruise (Video)，which will last about only 15 mins.you will see panorama buddha.another is to climb up the mount.you will have chance to visit the temple.and walking down the cliff to the foot.usually IT’S crowded，queuing will take 0.5-2 hours.
• Climbing up the mount will involve lot of walking, so we suggest the senior to choose river cruise.
• when taking boat cruise,there is the platform on boat for taking pict ure,since it have good position and angle for photo-taking..please atten ion:it is charged.. please confirm the price for either every one picture or for the whole proc ess, sometimes customer possibly be scammed
• when exiting the gate after finishing the visit the leshan giant buddha, suggest don’t take tri-cycle outside of gate, because of risking of being overcharged, due to language barrier, no more time and right authority to clarify your justice.