Buddhism is one of the most popular religions in the world, especially throughout Asia. And every year, April 8 marks the celebration of Buddha’s birth by Japanese Buddhists. We’re taking a look at some of the most famous Buddha statues from around the world.
Kamakura Daibutsu, Japan
Kamakura Daibutsu (Image: Andrea Schaffer)
The Great Buddha of Kamakura, a bronze statue dating back to 1252, can be found at Kotokuin Temple.
Ushiku Daibutsu, Japan
Ushiku Daibutsu (Image: Samuel Hayashi)
This bronze statue of the Amitabha Buddha is one of the world’s tallest statues.
Monywa Buddha, Myanmar
Monywa Buddha (Image: mckaysavage)
This 300-foot statue is the largest reclining Buddha in the world, and it’s hollow inside so visitors can walk inside the statue.
Tian Tan Buddha, Hong Kong
Tian Tan Buddha (Image: iz4aks)
Also called the Big Buddha, Tian Tan Buddha is a large bronze statue that sits on top of Mount Muk Yue in Hong Kong.
Wat Mahathat, Thailand
Buddha Head at Wat Mahathat (Image: mckaysavage)
Inside these ruins in Ayutthaya, Thailand, you’ll find this pristine Buddha head nestled within tree roots.
Leshan Giant Buddha, China
Leshan Giant Buddha (Image: Alexander Savin)
This statue of Maitreya Buddha was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1996.
The Reclining Buddha, Thailand
Reclining Buddha (Image: Alberto Perdomo)
The largest reclining Buddha statue in Thailand can be found at Wat Pho in Bangkok.
Gal Vihara, Sri Lanka
Gal Vihara (Image: rahuldlucca)
This stone temple features four images carved into a single piece of granite.
Emerald Buddha, Thailand
Emerald Buddha (Image: archer10 (Dennis))
This two-foot jade statue is one of the most revered Buddha shrines in Thailand.
(Main image: mckaysavage)
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