Big Buddha, Hong Kong is located in Po Lin ( Precoius Lotus) Monastery on Lantau Island. The statue is also lovingly called the Tian Tan Buddha. The statue is showcases the pleasant relationship between people and religion of this region.
This statue boasts to be the tallest outdoor seated bronze Buddha statue in the world. Big Buddha, Hong Kong is also a major center of Buddhism followers in the region. The base of the idol is taken from the Temple of Heaven in Beijing. This Hong Kong tourist attraction was built in the year 1993.
Statue shows Lord Buddha sitting on a lotus throne the lotus enclosed by eight bronze statues representing other gods. Big Buddha, Hong Kong is 34 meters high, weighs 250 tons. The statue is so huge that on a clear day people say view the statue even from a faraway distance.
To reach Big Buddha, Hong Kong you will have to climb 268 steps. The Tian Tan Buddha right hand is raised, representing end of suffering whereas his left hand signifies human happiness. When you visit this attraction you must also visit The Hall of Universe, The Hall of Benevolent Merit and The Hall of Remembrance. Here you will be able to see some important relics.
Big Buddha, Hong Kong is open for public viewing between 10:00 and 17:45. Admission to this attraction is free of cost. After visiting this religious site you must also visit the nearby shops to by small Buddha souvenirs.
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