Discover 5 hidden attractions, cool sights, and unusual things to do in Leshan (China). Don't miss out on these must-see attractions: Leshan Giant Buddha, Wuyou Temple, and Hongchunping Temple. Also, be sure to include Leshan Giant Buddha in your itinerary.
Below, you can find the list of the most amazing places you should visit in Leshan (Sichuan).
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Leshan Giant Buddha
Also known as: 乐山大佛
Cultural landmark in Leshan, China. The Leshan Giant Buddha is a 71-metre tall stone statue, built between 713 and 803. It is carved out of a cliff face of Cretaceous red bed sandstones that lies at the confluence of the Min River and Dadu River in the southern part of Sichuan province in China, near the city of Leshan. The stone sculpture faces Mount Emei, with the rivers flowing below its feet. It is the largest and tallest stone Buddha statue in the world and it is by far the tallest pre-modern statue in the world. It is over 4 km from the Wuyou Temple.
The Mount Emei Scenic Area, including Leshan Giant Buddha Scenic Area, has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996.[1]
Wuyou Temple
Temple in Leshan, China. Wuyou Temple is a Buddhist temple located on the top of Mount Wuyou, in Shizhong District of Leshan, Sichuan, China. It is in the same area as the Leshan Giant Buddha and is the main and oldest temple in the area, being designated as Leshan's national key Buddhist temple.[2]
Hongchunping Temple
Temple in Leshan, China. Hongchunping Temple is a Buddhist temple located on Mount Emei, in Emeishan City, Sichuan, China.[3]
Leshan Giant Buddha
Also known as: 乐山大佛
Cultural landmark in Leshan, China. The Leshan Giant Buddha is a 71-metre tall stone statue, built between 713 and 803. It is carved out of a cliff face of Cretaceous red bed sandstones that lies at the confluence of the Min River and Dadu River in the southern part of Sichuan province in China, near the city of Leshan. The stone sculpture faces Mount Emei, with the rivers flowing below its feet. It is the largest and tallest stone Buddha statue in the world and it is by far the tallest pre-modern statue in the world. It is over 4 km from the Wuyou Temple.
The Mount Emei Scenic Area, including Leshan Giant Buddha Scenic Area, has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996.[4]
Shizhong District
Also known as: 市中区
City in China. Shizhong is a district of the city of Leshan, Sichuan Province, China.
Leshan Normal University is located in the district.[5]