Leshan

Leshan – Giant Buddha

Leshan in Sichuan Province is a city most famous for the incredible statue of the Giant Buddha and the gateway to impressive Emei shan or Mount Emei as it is known. At over 70 metres tall, discover the largest seated Buddha in the world and one of China's UNESCO World Heritage Sites; the Leshan Giant Buddha. Built over 1300 years ago by a local monk who wished to safeguard passing boats from the treacherous rivers below, the Buddha was carved into the red sandstone face of Lingyun Hill and is surrounded by elegant bridges, ancient shrines and temples.