Liouguei Big Buddha Introduction
The majestic Liugui Big Buddha, also known as Liugui Rainbow Mountain Buddha, is located in the Xinkai Tribe of Liugui District, near the famous Bulao Hot Springs area. The Buddha stands 24 meters tall and weighs 167 tons, with the beautiful Laonong River meandering in front and the grand Central Mountain Range backing it up. The natural scenery enhances the Buddha's compassionate and solemn presence, making it a breathtaking sight up close. Originally a serene and tranquil area, it gained popularity online after photographers creatively captured the Liugui Big Buddha alongside the "World's First Hand" at the entrance, turning it into a well-known landmark in the Liugui region, attracting many visitors and resulting in a variety of stunning photos. During the construction of the Buddha, a worker accidentally fell from the head of the Buddha, dropping about 16 meters and hitting the Buddha's hand. Initially, his injuries were severe, but after a few days of treatment, he miraculously recovered, and this incident was regarded as a miracle. Subsequently, a pair of Buddha hands, the same size as the Big Buddha's, known as the "World's First Hand," was added at the entrance for tourists to take photos and pray for safety. Inside the Buddha's copper body, visitors can explore, with the basement level housing a nearly 7-ton jadeite stone, regarded as a treasure of the mountain, which is said to bring good luck when touched. On the second floor, visitors can view the internal steel structure of the Buddha, and behind the Buddha, a corridor enshrines the Twelve Zodiac Vajrapani Bodhisattva, allowing worshippers to light incense and make wishes according to their zodiac signs. Construction of the Liugui Big Buddha began in 2000 and took 15 years to complete. During the construction process, it survived the Morakot Typhoon, which caused landslides that the Buddha blocked, saving the villages below. Evidence of the landslide can still be seen behind the Buddha, along with numerous anecdotes of miraculous events. Regardless of the truth of these tales, this place is indeed a wonderful destination for reflection and escaping the mundane world.
