Leshan Giant Buddha

#chinatrip The giant Buddha is the main attraction but good luck getting a decent picture. There were people everywhere as usual as a national tourist trap like this one. If you are good with stairs you can walk all the way down to the bottom (about 24 floors high) and walk back up. I kindly declined the offer as my knees were already pretty swollen as this is the last day of our tour. As with most tourist areas, it is unfriendly to elderly and physically challenged individuals.

😃【Introduction】: The mountain is a Buddha, and the Buddha is a mountain. Every tourist visiting Sichuan must not miss this attraction. There is a legend about the Leshan Giant Buddha. It is said that in ancient times, there was a demon in this place that often caused storms, overturning small and large boats passing by. Monk Haitong saw this and vowed to carve a giant Maitreya statue on the cliff, which is now the Leshan Giant Buddha, hoping to rely on its boundless power to 'turn violent waves into calm flows,' reduce the water's force, and forever calm the waves. · 🕘【Opening Hours】: Open all year round; you can visit anytime. · 💴【Ticket Prices】: Refer to the official website for the latest prices, including entrance tickets and boat tour tickets. · ⛺【Activities】: 🔶Tour Route: North Gate - Buddha Head Square - East Gate Exit. This route allows you to visit every attraction without missing any. Although you need to climb, the exercise is not too intense, so it's manageable. 🔶【Lingyun Temple】: A temple next to Buddha Head Square, dignified and grand, full of incense. You can light a stick of incense here. At the entrance, you can get three sticks of incense, and the donation is voluntary (you can choose not to donate). 🔶【Buddha Head Square】: The first attraction after entering. As the name suggests, you can observe the Buddha's head here. You can take photos touching the Buddha's ears, eyebrows, and nose, each with different meanings (touch the head for good fortune, touch the ears for blessings, touch the nose for wealth, touch the eyebrows for happiness, touch the mouth for peace, and touch the feet for good luck). 🔶【Buddha Foot Platform】: The paths on both sides of the Buddha are under repair. You can go down the side paths, which are narrow, steep, and difficult to walk. Be careful on rainy days. There are several caves along the way that are great for photos. Once you reach the Buddha Foot Platform, you can look up at the Buddha and take beautiful photos. · 🚌【Transportation Guide】: 🔶Public Transportation: From Chengdu, take a train from Chengdu East Station to Leshan Station. After arriving at Leshan Station, there are direct tourist buses to the Leshan Giant Buddha. From the East Station, you can also take a taxi directly to the scenic area entrance. 🔶Driving: It takes about 2.5 hours to drive from downtown Chengdu to the Leshan Giant Buddha scenic area parking lot. The entire journey is on the highway, and the road conditions in Leshan are good with no mountain roads, so you can drive with confidence. · 👉【Itinerary Suggestions】: Recommended itineraries are as follows: Leshan Giant Buddha 1-day tour; Leshan Giant Buddha + Base 1-day tour; Leshan Giant Buddha + Emei Mountain 2-day tour. · 🧡【Food Guide】: 🔶In addition to visiting the Leshan Giant Buddha, another highlight is the local cuisine. Leshan food is not to be missed; it's famous for being delicious. 🔶Qiaojiao Beef - Feng Sanniang Qiaojiao Beef; 🔶Sweet-skinned Duck - Ji Liuniang and Zhao Duck (I personally bought from Zhao Duck, and it tastes really good, with a crispy and sweet outer skin); 🔶Xiaodou Haitang - You can have breakfast, lunch, and dinner here; 🔶Sifang Tofu - The taste is unique, sweet and sour, with three different flavors.

To get to the Leshan Giant Buddha, here's the closest! most time-saving! and most cost-effective! route! Leshan Giant Buddha Definitely don't go unless you want to walk. If you take a taxi to the north gate, it can only drop you off at the tourist center. So you either pay for a sightseeing bus or walk on your own. So here comes the most cost-effective! fastest! and most convenient! detailed strategy. 1. You can take a taxi or a bus to Guichengshan Bus Station, or take a taxi to Mo'ershan Tunnel, see picture three. 2. Follow the path from Parking Lot 6 towards the inside (if you're driving, you can park directly inside the parking lot!), see pictures four and five. 3. Just walk inside, it's a bit desolate, don't be scared. When you reach the spot shown in picture six, someone will ask if you've bought a ticket. It's recommended to buy it online, 80 RMB per adult, don't pay more. There's also a man-made attraction trying to sell you tickets, but it's not necessary!! 5. Follow the road, there are actually signs along the way. Follow the road shown in picture eight to the end. Along the way, some shops might mark the way to the Giant Buddha, hoping you'll visit their shop, but it's not necessary, just walk to the end! Picture nine shows that you're almost there, just walk another 200 meters or so and you'll reach the entrance of the scenic area! The whole journey takes about 10 minutes! There are many cultural and creative shops at the entrance of the scenic area and inside. It depends on your preference. Some fridge magnets, dolls, and keychains are really well made! They're cute~ It's nice to keep something as a souvenir! When coming back, exit from the east gate and return to the parking lot to take a taxi or bus back~

The Leshan Giant Buddha scenic area is located southeast of the central urban area of Leshan City, Sichuan Province, at the confluence of the Minjiang River, Dadu River, and Qingyi River. The Leshan Giant Buddha is 71 meters tall and took 90 years to complete, and it has a history of over 1,300 years. In 1996, the Mount Emei-Leshan Giant Buddha scenic area was approved by UNESCO as a World Cultural and Natural Heritage site.

Took a fast train from Chengdu (45 minutes) and then a taxi from the station (20 minutes) to arrive and find out the buddah was closed! Was literally 50m from it, but couldn't see it at all. Due to heavy ('heavy') rain they had closed the attraction and all the boats had stopped. Due to the position in the cliff, you can't see any of it (not even a toe!) unless you enter the ticket section and it had all been closed. A big shame! Then took 3 hours in a car to get back to Chengdu. A disappointing experience! I suggest contacting someone local to confirm whether it is open or not, I hadn't even considered it would be something they would close. #ancientlandmark#naturalwonders#camping#hiking#nationalpark

If you've watched the animated movie 'Abominable' then you've seen this exact location on screen before. The depiction in the film is great but it's truly breathtaking in person. This giant Buddha was carved into the side of the mountain as a sign of the people's devotion to Buddha. This has been an important site for Chinese royalty and citizens alike since before the Tang dynasty. The best way to get there is by bus or high speed train. I personally chose to take the train from Chengdu East station to Leshan station then hail a taxi which costs about 80RMB total each way. (50 for the train and 20-30 for the taxi). Once you arrive at the ticket booth you pay 80RMB for the mointain entrance and you can also see the Buddha statue from the river via ferry for an extra charge. To get from the ticket booth to the actual mountain is a about a kilometer and a half walk or you can pay 20RMB for a cart to take you. If you're already tired or have a long trip ahead of you, pay for the cart because you'll climb lots of stairs inside the mountain. Otherwise, just walk there because the view is beautiful on the way too. Trees, the river, and lots of cool places to eat, drink tea, or get a massage. The Giant Buddha area has caves to explore, temples to visit, and pagodas besides the actual Buddha. It's a wonderful experience but do wear comfortable shoes and come ready for a workout because it's a lot of walking to see everything! The experience is lovely and I would highly recommend this trip especially if you're visiting Chengdu. #travelinspiration#scenicspotguide#couplestrip#unforgettableexperiences#historicculture#nationalpark

**👀👉 Shining on the World Heritage List, the Leshan Giant Buddha, as the world's largest stone-carved sitting Buddha, not only represents the pinnacle of wisdom and craftsmanship of ancient Chinese artisans but also, with its thousand years of historical accumulation and profound Buddhist artistic heritage, has become a dream destination for countless travelers. 🗺️ **Specific Itinerary**: 📍 **Morning**: - 🌟 Start your journey at the popular check-in spot—the gate of the Leshan Giant Buddha scenic area, purchase a ticket to enter the park (💰Ticket reference price: 90 yuan); - 🌱 Immerse yourself in the picturesque green embrace of Mount Lingyun along the way; - 🛎️ Make a stop at the historic Lingyun Temple and listen to the heart-stirring stories between it and the Giant Buddha; - 🔍 Descend slowly along the winding Nine-Bend Plank Walkway until you are close to the awe-inspiring Leshan Giant Buddha, deeply feeling its solemn and sacred aura; - 📸 Don't forget to explore the majestic Guardian Kings stone carvings on both sides of the Buddha and other exquisite cliff carvings nearby, savoring the artistic legend carved by time. 📍 **Afternoon**: - 🏔️ Climb to the summit of Mount Lingyun to enjoy the panoramic view of the mountains and overlook the magnificent scenery of the convergence of three rivers; - 🏛️ Delve into the Mahao Cliff Tomb Museum to unlock the mysterious veil of ancient Shu culture; - ⏰ If time allows, you can also add a visit to Wuyou Mountain to your itinerary, leisurely strolling through the Zen space of Wuyou Temple. 🍴 **Food Recommendations**: Hunger no more! How can you miss the authentic food when in Leshan: - 🍴 Must-try signature 'Tiao Jiao Beef', with rich meat quality paired with unique dipping sauce, a bite to remember; - 🍗 Follow it up with a sweet and crispy Sweet Skin Duck, or a bowl of steaming Tofu Pudding, plus the spicy and fresh Bobo Chicken, letting your taste buds swim in the ocean of Sichuan cuisine; - 🍽️ Restaurant recommendation: Zhanggong Bridge Food Street, which gathers many delicacies, there is always one to satisfy your stomach! 🚌 **Transportation Guide**: - 🚗 For self-driving enthusiasts, navigate directly to the parking lot of the Leshan Giant Buddha scenic area, convenient and fast; - 🚌 For public transportation users, after arriving at Leshan High-speed Railway Station, transfer to a bus or taxi to the scenic area; - 🚇 If departing from Chengdu, consider joining a tour group or taking a long-distance bus to get there. 💡 **Travel Tips**: - 💡 Plan your time wisely, try to avoid visiting during peak periods on weekends and holidays; - 👟 Wear comfortable sports shoes, as the tour includes hiking and walking on plank roads; - ☀️💦 Pay attention to sun protection and rainproof, carry a sun umbrella or hat and lightweight rain gear with you; - 🙏 Protect cultural relics and historic sites, do not litter, and do not scribble graffiti in non-designated areas; - 📸📸 Don't forget to capture those best-angle photos with the Leshan Giant Buddha, leaving an eternal memory. 🎉🎊 That's it, this is the carefully crafted essence of the one-day tour guide to the Leshan Giant Buddha. In just one day, you can fully appreciate the grandeur of this millennium-old Buddha, while integrating local delicious food and convenient transportation, which will surely fill you with the rich Sichuan style and cultural charm! Take action now, with this guide in hand, let's embark on a wonderful journey of history and nature together!

Come to Leshan, you must bring an empty stomach! 1️⃣ Itinerary: Have a meal as soon as you arrive, leaving time for the next one. You can go anywhere first, taxis are very convenient. 2️⃣ Leshan Giant Buddha: Follow 'Leshan Giant Buddha Scenic Area' ➡️ Leshan Giant Buddha River Cruise Ticket. There are two piers to choose from: Jiazhou Ferry Terminal and Wuyou Pier. There were no tickets available at Wuyou Pier on the day, so I went to Jiazhou Ferry. The cruise ships are very new. 3️⃣ Leshan Delicacies: Yingzi deep-fried snacks, Feng Sanjiao's Tilted Beef, Lei Sijiao's Egg Sponge Cake, Chuanmei's Fancy Ice Jelly, and Ju Popo's Cotton Ice. None of the foods I tried were disappointing. There's no such thing as 'internet-famous' stores; if it can survive locally, it's definitely delicious. 4️⃣ Deep-fried snacks: Di Baba's deep-fried snacks are not bad, but locals recommend Yingzi's, which is indeed a notch better.

Leshan is a famous city for its street food and it's also a city of happiness. The May Day holiday is coming, and if you're coming to Leshan, listen to my accommodation advice! Leshan 2-Day Tour Upon arriving in Leshan, check into the Shanshui S Hotel. The hotel is located within the Leshan Giant Buddha scenic area, making it extremely convenient to go anywhere. The hotel incorporates Chinese design elements, with an academy-style ambiance that's quaint and elegant. The children's room is suitable for family trips, making the stay even more joyful for the little ones. The room is equipped with toys and a small tent, it's spacious and not expensive, making it very suitable for family trips. The hotel also has its own pool facilities and a garden, making it perfect for a family outing, ensuring both fun and comfort!

The ancient Leshan is located at the confluence of three rivers, where the Minjiang, Qingyi, and Dadu rivers converge at the foot of Lingyun Mountain. The confluence is turbulent, and every summer flood, the river hits the mountain wall, often causing shipwrecks and deaths. Haitong Zen master who practiced in Lingyun Mountain, vowed to carve a giant Buddha, hoping to rely on the Dharma to reduce the water's momentum and calm the waves forever. So he traveled all over the Yangtze River, the two lakes and the Huaihai Sea, raising manpower and financial resources, and began to carve the Buddha in 713 AD, and finally completed it in 803 AD (the 19th year of Tang Zhenyuan). The Buddha took 90 years, three generations of builders, and four emperors. It is the largest stone Buddha in the world and one of the masterpieces of ancient Chinese craftsmanship and carving art, reflecting the superb stone carving skills and artistic level of ancient China. The "Leshan Giant Buddha" is the common name for this Buddha by later generations, but in fact, this Buddha had a formal and standard name at the beginning of its construction in the Tang Dynasty. According to expert field investigations, the real name of this stone carving statue, commonly known as the "Leshan Giant Buddha" by later generations, is "Jiazhou Lingyun Temple Giant Maitreya Stone Statue". The head of the Leshan Giant Buddha is as high as the mountain, with a height of 14.7 meters and a width of 10 meters, 1051 buns, and ears 7 meters long. It is carved into the mountain and sits on the river, with a solemn and majestic momentum. On the cliffs along the river on both sides of the Buddha, there are two guardian king statues over 16 meters high. On the right side of the Buddha, there is an ancient plank road with nine bends, which was left over from the construction and worship of the Buddha in the Tang Dynasty. It was carved along the cliff, with nine twists and turns, and it is extremely steep. After the completion of the Buddha, a 7-story pavilion was built to cover it (there are also 9 or 13 stories), known as the "Big Buddha Pavilion" and "Big Image Pavilion". But the Buddha Pavilion was repeatedly built and destroyed. The Leshan Giant Buddha is the crystallization of the wisdom of the ancient Chinese working people and a miracle in the history of world culture. Visiting time: 1-3 hours Scenic spot ticket: full ticket 80 yuan. Buddha River Cruise Ticket: 70 yuan/person during the day. The tour time is about 15 minutes, the boat does not dock, tourists can only admire the Leshan Giant Buddha on the boat, and the boat will stop for 5 minutes to take pictures when it reaches the foot of the Buddha. Leshan Giant Buddha.

|You should always make a trip to Leshan to see the Leshan Giant Buddha. Generally speaking, there are two ways to tour the Leshan Giant Buddha: by boat or by climbing. Boat Tour ① Duration: About half an hour ② Ticket price: 50 ③ Advantage: You can look up at the full view of the Giant Buddha Mountain Climbing Tour ① Duration: About 3 hours ② Entrance fee: 80 ③ Advantage: Feel the awe of the Giant Buddha up close Both methods allow you to experience the grandeur and majesty of the Giant Buddha, and those interested can also find a guide to delve deeper into the stories you don't know.

Leshan, Sichuan, I truly adore this place. Whenever it is mentioned, the majority of people will first think of the Leshan Giant Buddha, but for a foodie like me, the real essence of this city lies in its cuisine. I dare say, Leshan's food culture is definitely the best business card of the city, and no foodie can escape its charm. It has not only the distinctive style of Sichuan cuisine, which is 'one dish, one style; a hundred dishes, a hundred flavors', but also the rich local characteristics of the 'spicy, numbing, fresh, and fragrant' Shanghebang cuisine. People from all over the country are addicted to Chengdu snacks, but food-loving Chengdu residents quietly rush to Leshan during holidays. Bobo chicken, sweet-skin duck, ice jelly, barbecue, fried skewers... The local delicacies here are so diverse that you can eat for a week without repeating a dish, and before you know it, you could easily gain three pounds.