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Buddhism

Luang Prabang: The Heart of Laotian Buddhism

Luang Prabang, nestled in the heart of Laos, beckons travelers with its serene spirituality. This city isn’t just a destination; it’s the epicenter of Laotian Buddhism. Meditative Silence Within Temple Walls In this city, temples bloom like golden flowers against lush green landscapes. Wat Xiengthong reigns as the city’s crowning

Sule Pagoda – Serenity Amidst the Traffic in Yangon?

Sule Pagoda or Sule Paya centrally locates in the middle of the traffic in Yangon. It’s in a roundabout surrounded by all kinds of local transport. Standing and looking from outside, I wonder how devout Buddhists would be able to attain peace amidst traffic noises. Would Buddha hear their prayers

Japan: Fushimi-inari Temple

Day 11: Fushimi-inari Temple Staying in Nara for less than 24 hours, is, of course, not advisable. Though Nara is just a small city with narrow roads (like other japanese cities), it’s parks and alleyways are to be consumed by walking. I did walk for an hour in the morning

Todai-ji Temple in Nara

Nara is Japan’s first real capital. We arrived in this small city in late afternoon while the sunset struggled to shine behind the heavy nimbus clouds. It looked it’s gonna rain any moment, but we thought it’s gonna hold up there while we were exploring Todai-ji Temple and its surroundings.
KEEP CALM and WANDER