Lotus Mountains in China, Guangzhou Resort
Rating: 8,6/10 ( votes)  After the extraction of stone in these mountains, there were fragments of rocks, which in their shape are very similar to lotuses. That is why these mountains are called the Lotus Mountains. Today this place is under state protection as a historical monument. In the fortieth year of his reign, in In 1612, Emperor Wanli built the Lotus Pagoda in these mountains, which became the symbol of the entire province. And in 1664, the Kangxi Emperor built the Lotus City here, from which now there are only ruins. There is also a bronze statue of Guanyin Buddha Looking into the Sea. It was staged here in 1994. Its height – almost 41 meters, weight – 120 tons. The statue is faced with 180 lians of gold. Now she – The tallest open-air statue of Guanyin in the world.     We also recommend reading History Museum in China, Hong Kong Resort Topic: Lotus Mountains in China, Guangzhou Resort. |
