Guanyin Statue stands tall on the South China Sea, as if Guanyin Bodhisattva is approaching, riding on the waves. The entire figure is made of white alloy through enforced forging. The surface of white alloy is covered with a special material C fluorin. The statue weights 2600 tons, resists a maximum wind speed of 46m/second (or force 14 typhoon), with special functions of anti-wave, typhoon resistance and anti-erosion. The statue rises 78 meters high and together with the pedestal, the height is 108 meters, is thus it is the highest of its kind in the world. If one says The Statue of Liberty represents the western values of "freedom, peace and liberty", then the Nanshan Guanyin stands for the orient's spirit of "peace, wisdom and mercy".
The holy statue is in trinity. To have a clear look at the entire image from the three angles, you need to circle the entire statue. Nanshan Guanyin is the incarnation of Guanyin Bodhisattva and general reflection of Kwan-yin doctrine. The front side presents Guanyin holding sutra, symbolizing wisdom; the right side shows Guanyin holding prayer beads, symbolizing Guanyin yin's compassion; the left side presents Guanyin holding lotus flower, symbolizing peace. In general, the statue embodies Guanyin's purity and perfect penetration.
Nanshan Guanyin is magnificent in looks and is unique in the construction from all the statues in China and the world in general. The project lasted for 6 years, and the Grand Light Opening Consecration Ceremony was held on April 24th, 2005. 108 illustrious monks from the mainland, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Macao got together in Nanshan to unveil the statue and to release blessings to the world. It was the most splendid historical moment ever to be encountered.
The holy statue is in trinity. To have a clear look at the entire image from the three angles, you need to circle the entire statue. Nanshan Guanyin is the incarnation of Guanyin Bodhisattva and general reflection of Kwan-yin doctrine. The front side presents Guanyin holding sutra, symbolizing wisdom; the right side shows Guanyin holding prayer beads, symbolizing Guanyin yin's compassion; the left side presents Guanyin holding lotus flower, symbolizing peace. In general, the statue embodies Guanyin's purity and perfect penetration.
Nanshan Guanyin is magnificent in looks and is unique in the construction from all the statues in China and the world in general. The project lasted for 6 years, and the Grand Light Opening Consecration Ceremony was held on April 24th, 2005. 108 illustrious monks from the mainland, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Macao got together in Nanshan to unveil the statue and to release blessings to the world. It was the most splendid historical moment ever to be encountered.
