Discover the must-visit Lạc Sơn Great Buddha in your Tứ Xuyên journey

 Situated in Lac Son city, Tứ Xuyên province, China, the Lạc Sơn Great Buddha stands tall as the world's tallest stone Buddha statue.

Embark on a Tứ Xuyên adventure and make sure not to miss the awe-inspiring Lạc Sơn Great Buddha

Travelers exploring Tứ Xuyên, don't forget to marvel at the statue of Lạc Sơn Great Buddha carved into the cliffs of Lang Van mountain, overlooking Nga Mi Son. With an age of 1,300 years, it's believed to be the oldest Buddha statue in the world.

Lạc Sơn Great Buddha is strategically located at the confluence of the three rivers—Mien Duong, Thanh Long, and Dai Do, making it the world's tallest stone Buddha statue. The statue stands approximately 71m tall, with the head reaching 15m, shoulders spanning 28m, eyebrows extending 5.5m, nose towering 6m, and ears stretching 7m. Each foot is 11m long and 8.5m wide, providing enough space for over 100 seated individuals.

According to legend, this river area was once extremely dangerous, claiming numerous lives. Since the construction of this colossal monument, fallen rocks have settled into the riverbed, altering the currents and ensuring safer passage for boats. Today, Lạc Sơn Great Buddha stands as a highly renowned attraction in China.

In addition to the colossal Lạc Sơn Great Buddha, thousands of small Buddha statues intricately carved by locals surround this massive statue, forming a sculpture museum on the mountain of Buddhism.

Constructed over 90 years, the Buddha statue features a compassionate face, seated in meditation, hands resting on the knees, and eyes gently gazing down the river. A distinctive aspect is the Buddha's hair, crafted from 1,021 spiral locks. Lạc Sơn Great Buddha, along with Nga Mi Son, was recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1996.

As reported by Mytour

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Reference: Travel guide from Mytour