Giant Buddha - Find Peace And Serenity By Visiting Tien Tan Buddha
Visit Hong Kongs Tien Tan Buddha also known as the Giant Buddha and be prepared to marvel at its excellence
. Perched on top of Plateau of Ngong Ping surrounded by the beauty of the hill ridged surroundings of Lantau Island is the serene Giant Buddha also known as Tien Tan Buddha. This statue is known to symbolize the harmony between man and nature, people and religion and is one of the most famous Buddha Statues in the world. There are more than 200 steps which visitors have to climb in order to reach this magnificent statue. While climbing there will be six Bodhisattva statues and right at the summit you can learn about the life of Buddha as well as enjoying the beautiful scenery of the mountains and the wonders of the South China Sea. Visitors are often in awe at this commanding statue with its serenity and dignity. This Buddha statue faces north while all other statues usually face south.
Tien Tan Buddha is located at the monastery of Po Lin which is another tourist attraction on its own. This monastery is a place that is visited by Buddhist from all over Asia. Its devout monks and the tranquil statue in its serene surrounds will give each visitor a feeling of peace and calm. In addition to this great statue visitors can also enjoy the other attractions of the Po Lin Monastery such as the other sculptures of deities. They can also learn about the wonders of the Buddhist way of life and its teachings. The Great Hall also is well worth a visit with its beautiful carvings and workmanship. In the canteen you can also find tasty vegetarian food.
A few steps away from the Po Lin Monastery is the Path towards Wisdom, this is a similar statue to the Heart Sutra. This revered prayer is famous to the Taoists, Confusions and Buddhists. Other attractions in this area are the village of Ngong Ping which houses several tourist attractions and great shopping and dining options. Visitors can also enjoy exploring the stilt houses located in the Tai O Village. All these and many more can be enjoyed while staying at any of the leading Hong Kong business hotels in the city. In addition to all the culture and history of the city one can also enjoy the modern and cosmopolitan life and there are Hong Kong rooms and suites to relax and unwind after a busy day of sightseeing and touring Lantau Island.
Enjoy the historic and cultural masterpiece of the Tien Tan Buddha. It is well worth a visit and it is essentially one of the many things Hong Kong is famous for. So book now at Traders Hotel, Hong Kong and find peace and tranquility by visiting this statue and enjoying the lush scenery of the surrounding mountainside.