Leshan Giant Buddha
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Title
Leshan Giant Buddha
Description
Hongcun, located in Anhui Province, China, is a picturesque ancient village renowned for its well-preserved Ming and Qing dynasty architecture. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hongcun is celebrated for its unique layout resembling an ox, with the nearby pond symbolizing the ox's stomach and the bridges representing its intestines. The village is famous for its intricate wooden carvings, elegant ancestral halls, and tranquil waterways lined with willow trees. The centerpiece of Hongcun is the iconic Moon Pond, reflecting the surrounding traditional buildings and creating a scene of timeless beauty. Visitors to Hongcun can immerse themselves in its rich history, stroll along cobblestone lanes, and admire the harmonious blend of architecture and natural landscape. With its idyllic charm and cultural significance, Hongcun offers a serene retreat from the hustle and bustle of modern life, inviting travelers to step back in time and experience the essence of traditional Chinese village life.
Source
is51102024
Contributor
xz84
Language
English
Type
Site
Identifier
1026
Date Submitted
01/05/2024
Extent
cm x cm x cm
Spatial Coverage
current,29.54708761142116,103.76987743220526;
Europeana
Europeana Data Provider
Leshan Giant Buddha
Object
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leshan_Giant_Buddha
Europeana Type
TEXT
Site Item Type Metadata
Institutional nature
Building
Prim Media
2138
Status
public
Condition
1
Contact
xz84@st-andrews.ac.uk
Citation
“Leshan Giant Buddha,” STAGE, accessed December 13, 2025, https://stage.openvirtualworlds.org/omeka/items/show/2139.
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