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World Geological Park: Luoyang 5A Longtan Canyon Scenery Area (2)

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11:38, August 01, 2013

Arhat in the Glory of Buddhism Cliff (CRIENGLISH.com)

On a side of the cliff in Longtan Canyon, around 500 arhat statues arranged in seven orderly lines, resembling a Pagoda of Seven Stories, can be found. They sit there vividly, each bearing a unique expression. When the Sun shines through the canyon, all the statues glitter in a golden light, a truly a natural wonder which inspires strong reactions in visitors. In the opposite cliff, a large Buddha sits solemnly cross-legged, as if expounding the text of Buddhism and enlightening beings. You certainly won't regret it if you can come and see this scene yourself.

Giant Fingerprint

A big amount of collapsed boulders scatter inside the Red Stone valley of Longtan Canyon. On the surface of these stones, one can find many different types of textures, some of which resemble footprints. Put out your finger, and you may find a stone which looks like your fingerprint. Due to their large and spectacular size, these natural textures are nicknamed "Giant Fingerprints". This place has gained the nickname of "the Museum of Natural Stone Textures"

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