30 meters reclining Avalokiteśvara that faces the eternal blue steppe sky, carved inside the Ikh Burkhant complex between 1859-1864 in Mongolia.
Buddhist symbols and mantra inscribed on the ground in Rañjanā script.
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certain demographics for absolutely no reason unprovoked and uninvited
Do they enjoy subjecting themselves to humiliation? what a pitiful insecure existence!
A curious Himalayan marmot closely watches and follows an elderly Tibetan woman performing pilgrimage prostrations.
May all sentient beings be at ease and healthy. ☸️🙏🏼
A rare Tibetan Buddhist temple in the highlands of upper western Nepal built with a mixture of pagoda architecture, resembling a Hindu temple at first glance.
May all sentient beings be happy and mindful.
Buddhist mantra inscribed on Emperor Qianlong armor in Ranjana script (Lantsa) that developed in Nepal and is venerated in Mahayana and Vajrayana traditions.
18th century. Qing dynasty, China.
The Emerald Buddha, a historically significant artifact owned by the Royal Family of Thailand.
The priceless robe and crown are adorned with diamonds and gold.