China Sichuan Sheng Leshan Shi

Leshan Giant Buddha

A colossal 71-meter tall stone statue carved from a cliff face, representing Maitreya Buddha, overlooking the confluence of three rivers in China.

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Leshan Giant Buddha, located in Leshan Shi, Sichuan Sheng, China, is one of the most impressive World Heritage Sites in Asia. The statue, which is the largest stone Buddha in the world, stands over 71 meters tall and is carved into the side of a cliff overlooking the confluence of three rivers. Visitors can climb to the top of the statue and enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding area, while also exploring the many pagodas, temples, and shrines that dot the landscape.

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  • World Heritage Sites in Asia

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    Across the vast, diverse continent of Asia, there are seemingly endless World Heritage Sites to explore. Visit the sparse atomic bomb dome in Hiroshima, or walk for hours along the towering Great Wall of China. From sprawling rustic temple grounds to ancient statues of civilizations past- here is a collection of some of the prominent World Heritage Sites in Asia.