- China Destination Guide

Follow us:

China travel and tour destination Leshan

China Destination Guide - Leshan 乐山大佛

Leshan's main attraction is the world's largest Buddha, an incredible construction whose toes alone are taller than a man. The giant Buddha is set within a parkfull of sculptures and temples and beside a river and all of this is just a day trip from the Sichuan provincial capital of Chengdu.

➤ TCTC Tip: Leshan is best visited as a day trip from Chengdu or enroute to Emeishan.

What there is to see at Leshan:

The Giant Buddha is the obvious highlight here but Leshan makes for a relaxing day out from Chengdu. The temple complex is huge and set within gardens with good views over the river from pavillions and plenty of water features. The Giant Buddha itself defies belief and you can climb down the cliff side to his feet.

Best time to visit Leshan

April and May as well as September and October are the best months but the summer is also good. Winter can be cold but all in all Leshan can be visited year round.

Best reason to visit Leshan

The Giant Buddha is the obvious reason and highlight but the setting and temples set in a lush cliffside park are also a good reason to visit.

Our last word on Leshan

Whether as an easy day tour from Chengdu or as a stop on the way from Chengdu to Emeishan Leshan is a must see in any visit to Sichuan province.