Big Buddha

 Big Buddha

 

            The Big Buddha, or Tian Tan Buddha, is one of the tallest outdoor seated bronze Buddha statues in the world,

            seated near Po Lin Monastery. It is a popular tourist destination and a major centre of Buddhism in Hong Kong.

            The 112- foot (34m) high statue sits on a lotus throne on top of a three- platform altar and is surrounded by eight

            smaller statues of gods. Inside the three floors beneath the Buddha visitors can access the Hall of the Universe,

            the Hall of Benevolent Merit and the Hall of Remembrance. Visitors can climb the 268 steps to reach the platform

            where the impressive figure is seated.

            Address: Ngong Ping plateau; Opening time : Daily 10am to 5.45pm; Admission: Free. A fee of HK$60 is

            charged for access to the exhibition halls below, which includes a vegetarian meal served at the monastery

            (11.30am to 5pm), as well as souvenir card

           

 Ngong Ping 360

 

            The Ngong Ping Cable Car is a spectacular four - mile (6km) ropeway that affords panoramic views over the bay and

            surrounding area on its 25 - minute journey to the Ngong Ping Village. As visitors approach the cable car terminal

            on top of the plateau views will include the huge Tian Tan Buddha Statue and the Po Lin Monastery. The Ngong

            Ping Village is situated right next to the cable car terminal, which features attractions such as 'Walking with

            Buddha', the 'Monkey's Tale Theatre', and the 'Ngong Ping Teahouse', as well as an assortment of shopping and

            dining options. Walking with Buddha plunges visitors into a multimedia presentation that follows the life of

            Siddhartha Gautama (the man who became Buddha) and his path to enlightenment, while the Teahouse provides

            demonstrations of traditional Chinese tea ceremonies. The 'Monkey's Tale Theatre' presents a charming and

            comical show inspired by famous Buddhist Jataka stories that will enchant both old and young alike.

            Address: Lantau Island; Telephone: 2109 9898; Website: www.np360.com.hk ; Opening time : Monday to Friday

            10am to 6pm, Saturday 10am to 6.30pm, Sunday 9am to 6.30pm; Admission: Cable car return: HK$88 (adults),

            HK$45 (children 3 - 11); 'Walking with Buddha', and 'Monkey’s Tale Theatre': HK$35 (adults), HK$18 (children).

            Combination packages available. Prices are higher on Sundays