Big Buddha

The Big Buddha is situated on Lantau Island near Po Lin Monastery. Its statue stands 34 meters tall, composed of 202 bronze parts weighing over 250 tons. Beneath the statue are smaller bronze figures symbolizing six Buddhist perfections. For easy access there is a staircase with 268 steps as well as an automobile path. The Buddha's face is made from bronze mixed with donated gold and has an area of approximately 42 square meters.