A giant statue of Buddha in China has had its toes dampened by floodwater ... a traditional local saying holds that if the Buddha's feet get wet, Leshan will flood too. Sichuan province has ...

The 233-foot Leshan Giant Buddha in Sichuan, China, is the world's tallest Buddha statue, built in 713 B.C.E. to calm ...

The city of Leshan ... this Buddha has a majestic bearing. The statue, flanked by two armed warriors, represents a highlight in the development of sculpture in ancient China.

including Leshan Giant Buddha Scenic Area. On 14 April 2000, the Centre received the report requested by the Committee from the Ministry of Construction of the Government of China. The Ministry of ...

The World Heritage Committee[18], 1. Takes note of the findings and recommendations of the ICOMOS monitoring mission to the World Heritage property of Mount Emei and the Leshan Giant Buddha; 2.