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Known as Khao Phansa or 'Buddhist Lent', this day marks the beginning of the three-lunar-month period, during which all monks should stay in their temples and not travel. During the lent period, elaborate wax candles are kept burning. In the city of Ubon, a Candle Festival is held. Fol...
In the heart of many stunning temples around the world, stone sculptures of Buddhist icons stand as silent witnesses to centuries of devotion. These meticulously crafted figures—representations of the Buddha, bodhisattvas, and other deities—are not just artistic accomplishments; they embody the profo...
Nepal, known as the “Land of the Himalayas,” is a country rich in cultural heritage and spiritual traditions. As the birthplace of Lord Buddha, Nepal holds a special place in the hearts of Buddhists around the world. The country is home to numerous monasteries that serve as centers of le...
The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes. - Marcel Proust Curious Places to DiscoverExplore unique Buddhist temples from around the globe. Mundigala Aranya SenasanayaBuddhist temple Wat ChakkopaiBuddhist temple Mandawila Abhayasumanarama Viharaya...
These six Buddhist temples were either built by, or sponsored by, the Royal Family and are located either in Bangkok, or within a relatively short driving distance outside of Bangkok and so are quite easy to visit. If you are interested in seeing the cultural side of Thailand then these ar...
The theme is "BRIGHT LIGHTS, BIG PIETY – Calling the Name of Buddha (Nenbutsu) in the Center of Tokyo”. However due to the current covid-19 situation, we ask you not to come to the temples but to participate in the live feeds as we did in Tokyo and Kyoto last year. ...
Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh is a global spiritual leader, poet and peace activist, revered around the world for his powerful teachings and bestselling writings on mindfulness and peace. He is the man Martin Luther King called 'An Apostle of peace and nonviolence.' His key teaching is that, ...
The Temple of the Six Banyan Trees is one of the few Buddhist temples left standing in Guangzhou, People's Republic of China, where any religion other than worship of Communist leaders is strictly regulated and mostly prohibited. Let's have a look at their toilets: Notice the floor cover...
These Four Great Kings, the “Sì Dàtiānwáng” as referred to in Chinese mythology, are not just symbols but certain embodiments of Buddhist virtues. They are venerated in the Hall of Four Heavenly Kings, a standard component of Chinese Buddhist temples. They protect the Dharma an...