Giant Buddha Statue
Tượng Phật Ba Na
Giant Buddha Statue
Tượng Phật Ba Na
A majestic 33-meter statue of Shakyamuni at the peak of Chua Mountain within the Ba Na complex.
Da Nang
Monument
Cultural Heritage
The Shakyamuni Buddha statue is an outstanding monument of Buddhist culture, located 1,500 meters above sea level within the Sun World Ba Na Hills tourist complex. This snow-white monument, towering over mountain landscapes, is a place of spiritual attraction and an integral part of Linh Ung Pagoda.
- Duration
30 minutes
- Admission
Included in Ba Na ticket
- Opening hours
06:00 – 21:00
- Height
33 meters
- Language
Vietnamese, English
What you need to know
History and Architecture
History and Architecture
Construction of the statue was carried out under the auspices of the Vietnam Buddhist Association from 1999 to 2004. Shakyamuni Buddha is depicted in a meditative pose, sitting on an octagonal lotus-shaped pedestal. The pedestal features eight carved panels depicting stages of Gautama Buddha's life.
Symbolism
Symbolism
The figure of the Buddha embodies wisdom and compassion. Long earlobes, the mark of wisdom on the forehead, and spiral hair curls are all canonical symbols of enlightenment. Locals believe the statue protects Da Nang from natural disasters and brings peace to the city.
Landmark of the Complex
Landmark of the Complex
The statue is located between the picturesque Le Jardin d'Amour gardens and the main building of Linh Ung Pagoda. On a clear day, the statue is visible from afar, while on foggy days, which are frequent here from September to January, it creates an atmosphere of mystical tranquility.
The best time to visit is early morning when the air is at its cleanest, and visibility allows for the best photographs without tourist crowds.
On site
- Getting there
Cable car (approx. 20 min)
- Cash
Recommended to carry
- Connectivity
Wi-Fi in the complex
- Weather
Bring a jacket: it's cooler in the mountains
- Photos
Ideal for sunsets
- With kids
Family-friendly