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Sitting on the east bank of the Minjiang River and at the confluence of the Minjiang River, Qingyi River and Dadu River, east of Leshan City, the Giant Buddha was carved on the precipice of Xiluan Peak of Mt.Lingyun. The stone sculpture faces Mount Emei, with the rivers flowing below his feet. It is the tallest stone Buddha statue in the world, and has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996.

The project began in 713 and ended in 703, spanning 90 years. During these years, thousands of workers had expended their efforts and wisdom on the project. The Giant Buddha is 7...Read More