The Dazu Rock Carvings are a magnificent series of religious sculptures and carvings located in Dazu District near Chongqing, China. This UNESCO World Heritage site consists of 75 protected sites containing some 50,000 statues, with more than 100,000 Chinese characters forming inscriptions and epigraphs. The carvings date back from the 9th to the 13th century and are representative of various religious traditions including Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism, reflecting the harmonious coexistence of multiple religious practices in China. The carvings are notable for their aesthetic quality, rich diversity of subject matter, both secular and religious, and the light they shed on everyday life in China during this period. The most famous of these carvings can be found at Mount Baoding and Mount Beishan. They are exquisite in detail and design, showcasing a high level of craftsmanship and providing insight into the religious and social aspects of medieval Chinese society. The Dazu Rock Carvings not only embody the religious harmony that characterized the period of their creation but also bear witness to the cultural, social, and economic conditions of the time.
We went to the area from Chongqing by Didi and started in Beishan, them we went to Dafu by Didi and that was a good choice, because we already had our tickets. The carvings are a great experience, the..
Went with a personal guide as this part of China, hardly anyone spoke English. Be prepare to walked a fair distance and lots of steps. Some carvings are so intricate and detailed, some has succumbed t..
Absilutely what I wanted to see! Loved the place! Has a lot of beauty, charm and philosiphy. I didn' t regret going there!
KodoDrummer
Wrote on 24th Apr, 2021
Fascinating Buddhist, Confucian and Taoist carvings & sculptures
Many of the 50,000 statues and religious carvings date back to the seventh century Tang Dynasty. They are spread over about 75 sites. Most are very well perserved.
KodoDrummer
Wrote on 4th Jun, 2020
Impressive Buddhist, Taoist & Confucian rock carvings
7th-century to 130-century "Thousand Hands of Buddha" in gold, and well preserved religious stone carvings. A world heritage site.