Please make sure to spare a day for the Leshan Giant Buddha when you come to Sichuan!

If you haven't decided where to go yet, then come to Leshan! 😉 It's only a 50-minute high-speed train ride from Chengdu to this city, which boasts the largest cliff-carved Buddha statue in China. Leave at 9 am and return at 8 pm, one day is enough for you to experience the awe of the Leshan Giant Buddha! 🚄 Take the high-speed train or drive yourself, choose your favorite mode of transportation. Remember to buy your return high-speed train ticket in advance to avoid sold-out situations in the afternoon. If you're driving, it will take about 2 hours. 🎫 Once you arrive at the scenic area, an 80 yuan ticket allows you to view the Buddha's head and feet up close, while 70 yuan lets you take a boat ride to admire the full view of the Buddha. Of course, if you just want to take a distant look, you can also choose a free viewing point. 🚩 The tour route starts from the visitor center, passes through the Pure Land of Humanity and the Six Degrees Space, reaches the Lingbao Pagoda and Lingyun Temple, and finally, through the Lingyun Plank Road, you can view the Buddha's head and feet up close. The whole tour takes about 3-5 hours, remember to bring a power bank, water, and sun protection. 🍡 Leshan is not only known for its unique scenery but also for its food. On Jiaxiang Road and Dongda Street, the fancy Bingfen from String Sister, Feng Si Jiao's Tiptoe Beef, Zhao Duck's Sweet Skin Duck, and various fried skewers are all delicacies you shouldn't miss. Coming to Leshan is not only a visual feast but also a journey for your taste buds. 🚀 Hurry up, the May Day holiday is coming, and the Leshan Giant Buddha awaits your exploration!