Why is Leshan Giant Buddha not only a tourist symbol in southwest China, but also the crystallization of wisdom and sweat of ancient people in China?

The appearance of Leshan Giant Buddha is a reflection of the penetration of Buddhism into the belief life of monks, officials and people in China, and the result of the joint efforts of monks, officials, the court and the people. The Leshan Giant Buddha was carved in the early years of Xuanzong in Tang Dynasty (7 13) and completed in the 19th year of Zhenyuan in Tang Dezong (803), which lasted for 90 years. Four emperors (Xuanzong, Suzong, Daizong and Dezong) and three generations completed the carving of the largest Buddha statue in the world. Therefore, Leshan Giant Buddha is the crystallization of wisdom and sweat of ancient people in China.

The real official name of this giant Buddha built in the Tang Dynasty has always been a mystery. In fact, according to many experts' research, the real official name of this stone statue called "Leshan Giant Buddha" should be: the stone statue of Maitreya Buddha in Lingyun Temple, Jiazhou.

The Origin of Leshan Giant Buddha

Legend has it that the water potential at the confluence of the three rivers was extremely dangerous, and shipwrecks often occurred. In order to pray for the Buddha to suppress the evil dragon who created evil spirits, the monks of Haitong and Lingyun Temple traveled all over the world and began to dig the giant Buddha, praying for the protection of the gods and the safety of all people. In the future, take the Buddha statue of Maitreya III and sit in a seat, which means a bright and stable future.

The Giant Buddha consists of Lingyun Mountain, Mahaoyan Tomb, Wuyou Mountain and giant reclining Buddha landscape, covering an area of about 8 square kilometers. The scenic spot belongs to Emei Mountain Scenic Spot, which is a national 5A-level scenic spot and a famous scenic spot. In ancient times, there was a saying that "Emei went to court and Lingyun went to court".