Nanshan Giant Buddha Travel Guide: A serene place for prayer and good fortune

🌟 Highlights: The Nanshan Giant Buddha is located in the Nanshan Tourist Area of Longkou City, Yantai City, Shandong Province. Standing at 38.66 meters tall and weighing 380 tons, it is made of tin bronze. The statue is assembled from 232 pieces of the Buddha's body, 108 lotus petals, 302 hair buns, totaling 642 pieces of tin bronze, making it a rare tin bronze statue of Sakyamuni sitting Buddha in the world, and it is known as the world's largest bronze sitting Buddha. 🕙 Opening Hours: 7:30-17:00 💰 Average Cost: Entrance ticket is 120¥. After entering, you need to take a shuttle bus to each scenic spot, which costs an additional 25¥ per person (this is optional, but it is recommended to buy it, as the area is huge, the spots are far apart, and it's easy to get lost and tiring to walk). Parking fee is 10¥. You can also apply to drive in, which costs 300¥ per car. 🧳 What to Prepare Before You Go: 1️⃣ Comfortable shoes and clothes 2️⃣ Bring some food and drinks, as it's a large area and it takes a whole day to fully explore 3️⃣ Long-haired ladies who wish to pray should remember to bring a hair tie to tie up their hair during prayer to avoid embarrassment 4️⃣ Those who wish to transcribe scriptures can bring a small brush and gold ink, although a regular pen is also fine. You can transcribe and place it in front of the Buddha for blessings 🙏. The scripture transcription area is on the second floor of the 'Jade Buddha Hall' and is free of charge 5️⃣ A walking stick can also be brought along, as there are several spots where you need to climb steps 📍 Detailed Address: Nanshan Tourist Scenic Area, Longkou City, Yantai City, Shandong Province