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There may be bigger statues of Buddha, on higher mountain, with lot more stairs, in more remote places, with more gold paint, with more bells and whistles, more fancy etc etc etc but that doesn't make this one any less inferior. The subway from the city, the coach/cable car ride to the mountain, the long way up to the Buddha, the views from the top of beautiful Lantau Island, the little temples below in fact the whole experience is very refreshing. And the most important part is that it gives you much needed breathing break from that fast paced, super busy, ultra congested city life of Hong Kong.…
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Date of experience: September 2020
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Go early to avoid the crowds and queues. A half day to a full day out depending if you eat there in the commercial path up to the Buddha. At the Buddha there are many steps to get up close and go inside.
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Date of experience: November 2019
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I've been here many times, however, everytime I'm here that I feel happy and relax. It is really a big Buddha statue, and from the different angle, you can get the different pictures. If the weather is good and clear, the picture will be amazing. There are so many steps to climb up to see Buddha, and always be crowded in the steps. Once you are in the top of it you will see broadly and enjoy the air and scenery. Highly recommend to visit here when you get the spare time in Hing Kong.…
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Date of experience: November 2019
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It took us multiple attempts to get to Tian Tan Buddha due to the strict cable car schedule but what an experience it was. Soak up the temples, statues, and gorgeous nature, and then take the bus to Tai O village for dinner.
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Date of experience: December 2019
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