Buddhist rock carvings at Dazu

A two-hour drive outside of Chongqing lies Dazu,  literally big foot but means 'fullness'. It is a site of  rock carvings (大足石刻, dazu shike). They were made over the course of 70 years in late 12-13 century, mostly Buddhist but some Taoism thrown in.  All the carving sets are didactic, thankfully we had local guide to explain them to us. They are in a remote area so unlike other heritage sites it was not trashed during the cultural revolution.  (Click on link at left for more info from UNESCO.)  Followed by lunch (more hot hot hot dishes) at a lovely restaurant built as pavilions amidst lotus flower ponds.