Giant statue of Maitreya Buddha

GPTKB entity

Statements (56)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf Statue
gptkbp:associated_with Maitreya,_the_future_Buddha
gptkbp:completed 803 AD
gptkbp:composedOf sandstone
gptkbp:constructedIn rock
a_cliff_face
gptkbp:cultural_significance Buddhism
gptkbp:depicts gptkb:Maitreya_Buddha
various artworks
gptkbp:features serene expression
large ears
crossed legs
gptkbp:has_a_focus_on gptkb:Leshan_Giant_Buddha_Scenic_Area
gptkbp:height 71 meters
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Giant statue of Maitreya Buddha
gptkbp:influences Buddhist_architecture
Chinese_art
gptkbp:inspiration other large Buddha statues
gptkbp:is_a_destination_for cultural tourism
gptkbp:is_a_representation_of hope for the future
Maitreya's_promise_to_return
Maitreya's_teachings
gptkbp:is_a_site_for cultural events
historical research
Buddhist_ceremonies
gptkbp:is_a_subject_of local folklore
photography
gptkbp:is_a_symbol_of Buddhist_philosophy
Buddhist_heritage
gptkbp:is_designed_to Tang Dynasty
monk_Haitong
gptkbp:is_essential_for tourist destination.
gptkbp:is_featured_in documentaries
gptkbp:is_known_for its historical significance
gptkbp:is_located_in a seated position
gptkbp:is_part_of gptkb:Leshan_Giant_Buddha_Scenic_Area
Chinese_cultural_history
Chinese_national_heritage
Leshan's_identity
Leshan_city_tourism
gptkbp:is_popular_among cultural icon
gptkbp:is_recognized_for an engineering marvel
gptkbp:landmark gptkb:Leshan
gptkbp:location gptkb:Leshan,_Sichuan,_China
gptkbp:maintainedBy local government
gptkbp:nearby_attractions Yes
gptkbp:overlooks Dadu_River
gptkbp:surroundedBy gptkb:Buddhist_monks
temples
natural scenery
gptkbp:symbolizes peace and compassion
gptkbp:UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site 1996
Yes
gptkbp:visitedBy gptkb:Chinese_New_Year
pilgrims
gptkbp:visitorsPerYear over 2 million