Saturday October 28: I was left completely enchanted at the very first sight of the Big Buddha (Tian Tan Buddha), not only for it's astronomical appearance, but also because of the surroundings. It's not like your usual tourist attraction. And although it can viewed from far away, it is hidden between the mountains, and that's what appealed to me the most.The Buddha is 34 meters high and weighs 250 tons. This, South East Asia's tallest outdoor bronze seated Buddha, can even be seen as far away as Macau on a clear day and is located in the Lantau Island, located at the mouth of the Pearl River and a very short distance from the airport. Visitors have to climb 268 steps in order to reach the Buddha.
Or you can just take a fascinating ride in a cable car - the Ngong Ping 360, to travel about 3.5 miles in about 25 mins to Ngong Ping village, a classic tourist inlet leading to the foot of the Buddha - Po Lin Monastery. The ride is a treat by itself, with great views of the pearl river, the entire island and the airport.
If you're stopping by in Hong Kong, even a stop in the airport and have a few hours to spare, definitely don't miss out on this majestic yet serene experience of the Big Buddha.
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