Chongshan Buddha Village

Suzhou, Jiangsu | July 2025

I visited Chongshan, a small village on the banks of Taihu Lake in Jiangsu, known for its traditional wooden Buddha carvings. The artisans continue a long-standing handmade craft, creating detailed statues that reflect local culture and devotion. Chongshan offers visitors a chance to see this unique blend of artistry, spirituality, and heritage up close.

One of the workshops in Chongshan Village active

One of the workshops in Chongshan Village active

Elderly women carving wooden sculptures in Chongshan

Elderly women carving wooden sculptures in Chongshan

Partially finished wooden sculptures displayed in workshop

Partially finished wooden sculptures displayed in workshop

Experienced woman working in the workshop

Experienced woman working in the workshop

Stacked wooden Buddha statues inside workshop

Stacked wooden Buddha statues inside workshopr

Large Buddha statues displayed in front of workshop

Large Buddha statues displayed in front of workshop