Leshan giant buddha

The Leshan Giant Buddha is a 71-meter (230 ft) tall sitting statue of Buddha carved into a cliff face of a riverside mountain in Leshan, Sichuan, China. It is the largest stone Buddha statue in the world, and it is one of the most popular tourist attractions in China.

The Leshan Giant Buddha was built during the Tang Dynasty (618–907 AD) by a monk named Hai Tong. Hai Tong believed that the statue would calm the turbulent waters of the Min River and protect the people from harm. The construction of the statue took over 90 years to complete, and it is said that over 700,000 people were involved in the project.

The Leshan Giant Buddha is a masterpiece of Buddhist art. The statue is carved in the style of Mahayana Buddhism, which is the dominant form of Buddhism in China. The Buddha is seated in the lotus position, and he has a serene expression on his face. The statue is surrounded by a number of smaller statues of Buddhas, bodhisattvas, and other Buddhist figures.

The Leshan Giant Buddha is a symbol of peace and harmony. It is a reminder of the power of faith and the importance of compassion. The statue is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it is a popular tourist destination.