Tian Tan Buddha, also known as the Big Buddha, is a colossal bronze statue situated on Lantau Island in Hong Kong, China. Standing at 34 meters high and facing north towards mainland China, it is one of the largest seated Buddha statues in the world. The statue is located at Ngong Ping, near the Po Lin Monastery, which further adds to the site's spiritual significance. It was completed in 1993 and symbolizes the harmonious relationship between man and nature, people and faith. Visitors have to climb 268 steps to reach the Buddha, which offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including the lush mountains and the South China Sea. The Big Buddha is seated on a lotus throne atop a three-platform altar and is surrounded by eight smaller bronze statues representing gods or immortals. The statue is a major center of Buddhism in Hong Kong and is also a popular tourist attraction. Visitors also explore the nearby Ngong Ping Village, Wisdom Path, and the scenic cable car ride that offers stunning views on the way to the Buddha.
Hot summer, got through the village by about 11am, and went up to the statue immediately.
You can enter and walk through the ‘museum’ which is really great and has good English translations. 3 storie..
rather than taking the gondola. The gondola is still a good ride. We were catching an afternoon flight. We had enough time to get up and down. We didn't buy a gondola ticket before we arrived, and we ..
Don't think this reviewer is usually the mystical or highly spiritual type, but believe me when I say that the Tian Tan Buddha feels almost like a living being as you approach his elevated position at..
We were late to visit the Buddha, so we just walked around the area. It is very nice. I enjoyed the views. The little town surrounding the area is very nice.
TR4prez
Wrote on 17th Jun, 2024
Breathtaking venue
Must visit venue. Beautiful breathtaking location with fabulous views. Easy access via fast train service from Hong Kong then well run gondola service to the top.
Beaches (1)
Religious Places (2)
Historical Places (10)
Museums (2)
Villages (1)
Mountains (2)
Island (2)
