Starting from ancient cave monasteries to incredible gompas of architectural beauty, you can find many interesting gompas and monasteries of varying culture in India. India is the birthplace of Buddhism and this is the reason to find many interesting Buddhist structures in the country. Table of Co...
Situated on a hilltop in the north of the Indus River, Thiksey Gompa, or Monastery, belongs to the Gelukpa Order of Buddhism. It dates back to 1430 AD and has a temple dedicated to Goddess Dorje Chenmo. It is one of the important Buddhist monasteries in India. There are several shrines...
In addition to visiting the monasteries in Ladakh, one can also find out more regarding the faith as well as its other aspects while in here. The Central Institute of Buddhist Studies in Ladakh is one such institute that shows the background of Buddhism in India. Located in Choglamsar; aro...
In this comprehensive guide, we will explore ten of the most famous Buddhist monasteries in Nepal. We will delve into their history, significance, architectural features, and what visitors can expect when they explore these serene sanctuaries. This guide is written in simple language to ensure that...
been unable to find a monastery to join due to his status as a former prisoner. He was re-arrested at least three times in 2012. Birthplace:Myanmar Thích Quảng Độ Age: 96 Thích Quảng Độ (born 27 November 1928) is a Vietnamese Buddhist monk and patriarch of the ...
mischievously involving you in their debates, as if trying to get you onto their side Ganden Monastery, Lhasa Ganden Monasteryis located on the southern bank of Lhasa River, 60 km fromLhasa City. It is one of the earliest and largest Buddhist monasteries in Tibet, and stands atop of the ...
The study of Buddhism has inspired some of the world’s most beautiful contributions to the world of art, most notable in the form of statues known as Buddharupa (literally, the form of the Awakened One) that adorn Buddhist temples of worship. Listed here are ten of the world’s most f...
Located about 1.5 km (0.9 miles) northwest of the ancient city of Dali, The Three Pagodas are one of the best preserved Buddhist structures in China having endured several man-made and natural catastrophes. The middle pagoda, built during 824-840 AD by king Quan Fengyou, is 69.6 meters (...
monasteries in Mongolia. Meditation and visiting monasteries is an important part of Mongolian Buddhist culture and tradition, so if you’re thinking about start trip to Mongolia and want to experience true Buddhist culture of the country, make sure you stop by these top 10 most spiritual and ...
During the Eastern Han Dynasty, the emperor dispatched several monks to India for the sake of obtaining Buddhist scriptures. They were brought back to China on a white horse, which is why the White Horse Temple got its name. With its distinctive red walls, exquisite palaces and towering ...