This is one of the largest Buddha statue and memorials in Taiwan! It is a 100-ha complex built to enshrine the Buddha’s tooth relic, now housed in the Main Hall. The Fo Guang Big Buddha, which sits atop the Fo Guang Building behind the Main Hall, is the landmark of the BMC. Within the compound, there are art galleries, a theatrical auditorium, a children's gallery, and souvenir stores. In addition, visitors can get to experience Tea Chan, sutra transcription, or join in festive celebrations at the Five Harmonies Pagoda.
You can experience and see for yourself how grand this place feels, with free admission and a variety of exhibitions and events, the museum aims to inspire confidence, joy, hope, and convenience in all who visit.
⚠️How to get there?⚠️
1.From the bus station in front of Kaohsiung Railway Station: take the direct Kaohsiung Bus to Fo Guang Shan Monastery.
2.From Kaohsiung Airport: take the airport bus to the Kaohsiung Railway Station, switch to a train on the Taitung or Pingtung line and get off at Jiuqutang, and at the rear entrance of the railway station take a taxi or bus to Fo Guang Shan Monastery.
3.From HSR Zuoying Station: Take the Eda Bus or Kaohsiung Bus directly to Fo Guang Shan Buddha Memorial Center.
4.From Kaohsiung Metro Dadong Station: Take the Kaohsiung Dashu District Holiday Tour Bus on the weekends and national holidays, and alight at Fo Guang Shan Monastery.
5.From Pingtung : Take the Pingtung Bus 8026 “Pingtung – Ligang – Fo Guang Shan” Route.
⏰: 24 Hours (Best during day time)
✨Have a wonderful time here~