Leshan Travel Guide

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Breath taking views from the mountain or river, the giant Buddha sits peaceful as the people go by #Nature
Breath taking views from the mountain or river, the giant Buddha sits peaceful as the people go by #Nature
Construction on the Giant Buddha began in 713 AD. It was the idea of a Chinese monk named Haitong, who hoped that the Buddha would calm the turbulent waters that plagued the shipping vessels travelling down the river. His plans were not just supernatural - the enormous amount of rubble carved away from the cliff would be deposited in the river, altering the currents and calming the waters.

When government funding for the project was threatened, the monk is said to have gouged out his own eyes to show his piety and sincerity. The construction project was continued by his disciples and finally completed by the local governor in 803.

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Giant Buddha in Leshan, China. It is a 71-metre (233 ft) tall stone statue, built during the Tang Dynasty, depicting Maitreya. It is carved out of a cliff face that lies at the confluence of the Minjiang, Dadu and Qingyi rivers in the southern part of Sichuan province in China, near the city of Leshan. The stone sculpture faces Mount Emei, with the rivers flowing below his feet. It is the largest stone Buddha in the world and it is by far the tallest pre-modern statue in the world.
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Where to stay in Leshan

Wuyou Temple in the Leshan Giant Buddha complex, China.

Shizhong District

If you're spending some time in Shizhong District, Leshan Giant Buddha and Leshan Bridge are top sights worth seeing.

Shizhong District
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Wutongqiao District

While visiting Wutongqiao District, you might make a stop by sights like Farmhouse Museum and Leshan Little West Lake.

Wutongqiao District
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Shawan District

If you're spending some time in Shawan District, Guo Moruo Former residence is a top sight worth visiting.

Shawan District
Le Méridien Emei Mountain Resort

Le Méridien Emei Mountain Resort

4.5 out of 5
No 555 Mingshan Road South Section Leshan Sichuan
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$143 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
AU$143
20 Jan - 21 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Leshan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Xiujia Waterfall and Baoguo Temple are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
All expectations were met

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

Le Méridien Emei Mountain Resort
HUALUXE Leshan by IHG

HUALUXE Leshan by IHG

5 out of 5
888 West Baiyang Road Leshan Sichuan
The price is AU$92 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
AU$92
28 Jan - 29 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Leshan. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Lingbao Tower and Leshan Giant Buddha ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
Staff were very nice and helpful. Breakfast had many options. Room was tastefully decorated, clean, and spacious. We enjoyed our short stay.

Reviewed on 28 June 2025

HUALUXE Leshan by IHG
Hilton Garden Inn Leshan Shizhong

Hilton Garden Inn Leshan Shizhong

3.5 out of 5
388 Luyou Road, Shizhong District Leshan
The price is AU$68 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
AU$68
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Leshan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Lingbao Tower and Leshan Giant Buddha are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Breakfast was limited not enough fresh fruit choices. Our floor had a smoker next to are room. I notified front desk and was told due to being fully booked they gave a smoker a room on a non smoking floor? This is not acceptable I hope this guest is fined for breaking the rules.

Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Leshan Shizhong
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Heinemann's Vaca Apartment at Mount Emei hosted by a German Couple

Heinemann's Vaca Apartment at Mount Emei hosted by a German Couple

Leshan Emeishan City
Stay at this apartment in Leshan. Enjoy a garden, balconies and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Baoguo Temple and Xiujia Waterfall are located ...
Heinemann's Vaca Apartment at Mount Emei hosted by a German Couple
Heinemann’s Guest House— With Jacuzzi & Local Family vibes

Heinemann’s Guest House— With Jacuzzi & Local Family vibes

2 out of 5
Leshan Sichuan
Stay at this holiday home in Leshan. Enjoy a garden, balconies and housekeeping. Popular attractions Baoguo Temple and Xiujia Waterfall are located nearby.
Heinemann’s Guest House— With Jacuzzi & Local Family vibes
Heinemann Hotel courtyard or terrace king room B208— with a jacuzzi and a local

Heinemann Hotel courtyard or terrace king room B208— with a jacuzzi and a local

2 out of 5
Leshan Sichuan
Stay at this holiday home in Leshan. Enjoy a garden, balconies and housekeeping. Popular attractions Baoguo Temple and Xiujia Waterfall are located nearby.
Heinemann Hotel courtyard or terrace king room B208— with a jacuzzi and a local
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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