Largest Bronze Buddha in the world !

Lingshan Giant Buddha or Lingshan Buddha, is one of the symbols of Wuxi City located at the northern bank of Taihu Lake. This holy land - Lingshan Grand Buddha Scenic Area gets its name because it is in “small Lingshan”, named by Xuanzang - a famous Chinese Buddhist monk in early Tang Dynasty (A.D. 618-907). Built in 1997, the bronze Shakyamuni Buddha at Lingshan stands majestically at 88 meters tall, among which the body of the Buddha is 79 meters and the lotus flower pedestal is 9 meters. Embraced by three hills and facing Taihu Lake, this great Buddha is friendly smiling, observing all livings and protecting his people.