Leshan Travel Guide

Leshan, historically known as Jiazhou, is located in the southwestern part of the Sichuan Basin. Rich in natural resources, This region transitions from the Sichuan Basin to the southwestern mountains and sits at the confluence of the Min, Qingyi, and Dadu rivers, earning its reputation as a “city of mountains and waters.”

It is home to the breathtaking Mount Emei and Leshan Giant Buudha Mount Emei, one of the Four Sacred Buddhist Mountains of China, is renowned for its twisting mountain ranges, deep valleys, waterfalls, streams, and exquisite natural beauty, along with its legendary Buddhist sites. The Leshan Giant Buddha, a towering statue carved into a cliff face overlooking the river, embodies the grand and serene spirit of the area.