On this sacred mountain, followers of Buddhism and Shinto worship Nachi Falls, Japan’s tallest waterfall with a single uninterrupted drop. The waterfall combined with the pagoda of Seiganto-ji Temple creates a remarkably beautiful scene that captures the soul of Japan perfectly. Leading to and fr...
100 sea miles east of Jiaodong Bay, Hangzhou Province, holy Putuo Mountain (where Arya Avalokiteshvara practiced Buddhism) is hidden on the Zhoushan Islands, and surrounded by the seas. Every year numerous Buddhist and believers make a pilgrimage to Mount Puotuo to study Buddhism, burn incense an...
Based on the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama who came to commonly known as Lord Buddha after attaining enlightenment in 5thcentury AD, Buddhism in the present scenario is one of the most loved religion practiced in the world.The religion is most popular among the youth because of its wonderful ...
Phnom Penh's Wat Ounalom is home to the Patriarch of the Mahanikai School of Buddhism. An early morning trip to the center away from the hustle and bustle of the busy life in the city makes the mind peaceful. Visitors can experience the monks chanting while wandering around the pagoda. ...
Dubdi Monastery is also called Yuksom Monastery, which is a Buddhist monastery of the Nyingma sect of Tibetan Buddhism. This historical place in Sikkim was established in 1701 by Chogyal Namgyal and is known to be the oldest monastery in the state that is situated at an altitude of 2,100...
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Thai Culture: A Tapestry of Traditions:Thai culture is deeply rooted in the teachings of Buddhism, which shapes the way of life for many Thais. The wai, a traditional gesture of greeting, is a display of respect and is commonly practiced when meeting others. The importance of family and com...
The Candle Festival of Ubon Ratchathani province features a procession of ornately-carved traditional beeswax candles of various shapes and sizes. Buddhism, Buddhist traditions and beliefs are central forces that shape the local way of life and the customs and traditions related to this Buddhist festiv...
“Lake Bde Maka Ska is always a lively and energetic area where you can take partake in fun things to do like a 3-mile walk around the water, rent kayaks or paddleboards, or enjoy a good book at the beach, says Minneapolis-based bloggerLittle Blue Backpack. “After, find a spot at ...
A lama from Tibet who followed Nyingma Order of Buddhism came to this place in his hermitage journey and established the stupa in 1946. Encircled with a total of 108 prayer wheels, several small stupas around, it is one of the offbeat Sikkim tourist places, visible from many vantage points...