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20 Beautiful Statues of Buddha Found Around the Globe

These Stunning Statues of Buddha Are Worth a Visit!

Large Gautama Buddha statue in Buddha Park of Ravangla, Sikkim, India (By Subhrajyoti07, Wikimedia Commons ) 2. Statue of Buddha inside Pullahari Monastery (Gumba), Kathmandu (By Bijay chaurasia, Wikimedia Commons ) 3.

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FUNNY: What If the Buddha Was a Grumpy Jewish Man?

You have likely read some of the Buddha's most famous quotes . They are truly inspiring and are undoubtedly words to live by. But what happens when you take Buddha's renowned quotes and pair them with some Jewish senior humor?

These Wise Buddha Sayings Made Me Think...

These Wise Buddha Quotes Made Me Think...

No matter what our faith is, and no matter whether we practice it or not, Buddha's sayings can always teach us a thing or two. As ancient as they are, they provide us all with some excellent food for thought.

These Thai Temples Are Incredible Pieces of Art

In the center of the temple there is a statue of the "Buddha of Shakyamuni" - a statue of Buddha, and in the lower compound of the temple you will find 18 Chinese style. In front of the magnificent temple stands the giant swing, which can’t be missed due to its impressive height.

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Have You Ever Seen the Incredible Dance of 1000 Hands?

This dance describes the legend of Bodhisattva Guan Yin , a Proto-Buddha, that has one thousand hands. The Dance of a Thousand Hands art, video, music, dance, thousand hands, buddha This Chinese dance requires 63 people to perform, and it's amazing!

10 Zen Quotes That'll Help Anyone Find Their Inner Peace

[related_articles] 10 Inspirational Zen Quotes spirituality, peace, wise, quotes, words of wisdom, baba recommends, buddha, zen, beautiful quotes Looking for some inspiration today? These 10 wise zen quotes will help you find it!

Master the Art of Saying No to What Doesn’t Matter

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Saying No: A Key Buddhist Practice for Inner Peace

Master the Art of Saying No to What Doesn’t Matter spirituality, life advice, buddhist, buddha, life lessons, principles, Buddhism, spirituality and empowerment Use Buddhism to ignore distractions and focus on what matters.

8 Engineering Marvels Of The Ancient Eastern World

Ancient Eastern Architectural Splendors You Shouldn’t Miss

Leshan Giant Buddha, China Carved in the 8th century AD, the Leshan Giant Buddha statue is located to the east of Leshan City. Also known as Dafo, this giant structure is located at the junction of three rivers - the Min River, Qingyi River, and Dadu River.

The World’s Tallest Statues are a Sight to Behold!

[related_articles] Buddha in Aluthgama, Sri Lanka The spectacular statue in coastal Aluthgama, Sri Lanka is considered the tallest sitting Buddha statue in the world at 160 feet. Built in 2007 it has become one of the country’s most important tourist destinations.

10 Quotes that Prove Buddhism Has Some Wisdom to Share

Buddhism is the collective name of three Asian philosophies (Theravada, Tibetan and Zen Buddhism) which have as their common thread the teaching that was uttered by Gautama Buddha: that human suffering is inextricably tied to passions and attachments.

10 Majestic, Ornate Temples in Thailand Worth Visiting

It is said that a group of monks marched an elephant with the ashes of Buddha and decided that wherever the elephant stopped there the temple would be built.

The Incredible Temple-Mountain of Borobudur

This Isn't Just a Mountain, It's Also An Incredible Temple

There are 504 statues of the Buddha. There is also a main dome that is surrounded by 72 Buddha statues. This is a West view of Borobudur. We have no written accounts of the building of Borobudur, and so we don't know who built it, or why. Yet experts estimate it took about 75 years to complete!

Design & Photography

I Hope These Amazing Sacred Buildings Last for an Eternity

Wat Phra That Lampang Luang source A single strand of Buddha’s hair is the most important relic belonging to one of Thailand’s most sacred temples, Wat Phra That Lampang Luang. This structure dates from the 13th century and is renowned for its conical spire which stands 125 feet high.

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10 Truths About Historical Figures Distorted By Hollywood

Do You Know the Truth About These Famous Figures?

Buddha The fat, smiling Buddha statues that you see in Chinese restaurants aren’t the correct representation of what the Buddha was supposed to have looked like. The correct one is Budai, the “laughing Buddha”, who is believed to have been a reincarnation of the “real” Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama.

12 Amazing Attractions & Places in Thailand

Thailand Is Home to Some Jaw-Dropping Places to Visit

Though at first glance it looks traditional, right next to the images and statues of the Buddha and the complex artwork, there are murals depicting images from popular culture. Some of these sculptures can be downright bizarre and disturbing!

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15 Stunning Examples of Architecture at Its Best

Buddha Hill in Sapporo, Japan Buddha Hill in Sapporo, Japan, completed in 2015, features an impressive statue of Buddha surrounded by a lavender-covered hill.

Fall in Love with the Scents and Sights of Myanmar

Pearl of Southeast Asia: 5 Reasons You Need to Visit Burma

The most important and striking Buddhist temple in Myanmar is the Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon (Rangoon), a complex of beautiful, gold-plated stupas (dome or bell-shaped shrines containing holy relics), with a tremendous stupa in the center, which is said to contain the hair of the historical Buddha (Siddharta

5 Unbelievably Stunning Real-Life Gardens

These Gardens Are So Beautiful, They Look Almost Unreal

Secret Buddha Garden, Thailand The Secret Buddha Garden, also called Tarnim Magic Garden, is a sculpture park on Pom Mountain on the island of Koh Samui, Thailand. Numerous statues, including Buddhas, angels, and animals, are the highlights of the place.

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10 Mind-Blowing Facts You’ll Want to Tell Everyone!

10 Fascinating Facts About Animals, Humans & Civilizations

All three of the biggest statues in the world depict the Buddha. The biggest statue on the planet is the Leshan Giant Buddha (pictured below). It is 71 meters (233 ft) tall. Related Article: 10 Surprising Facts That Sound Funny But They’re True! 8.

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This Ancient Emperor Gave Up War and Preached Buddhism

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History Lesson: The King Who Spread the Message of Peace

Ashoka is famous for his renunciation of war and following the path of Lord Buddha. He is also known for promoting Buddhist expansion throughout the Asian subcontinent. Learn more about the great king’s fascinating story in this video.

5 Priceless Works of Art That Are Lost Forever

The Buddhas of Bamiyan Image Source: Wikimedia Commons The Buddhas of Bamiyan were two 6th century monumental statues of Gautama Buddha, carved into the side of a cliff towering over the Bamiyan Valley in Afghanistan.

These amazing Asian temples will leave you in awe

Sights to Behold: The Stunning Temples of Southeast Asia

Wat Phra Kaew, Bangkok, Thailand The Wat Phra Kaew, or Temple of the Emerald Buddha, is the most sacred Buddhist temple in all of Thailand. Located within the precincts of the Grand Palace, the seat of the ruler of Thailand, it is a palladium for Thai people and Thai society at large.

Visual Demonstration Shows the World's Tallest Statues

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The World's TALLEST Statues Compared

The record-breaking statue was erected in 2018, it depicts the activist Vallabhbhai Patel, and it rises 177 feet (54 m) higher than the previous record-holder - the Spring Temple Buddha in China.