Tagged With "Buddhist"
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Dec. 14, 2013: Columbia River with Monks
I've been to the Gorge many times. I think it's one of the most scenic drives in the US, and has great hiking. But I've never seen it quite like today. Thanks for the cool pic!
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Dec. 14, 2013: Columbia River with Monks
You're welcome! Very glad you like it.
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Dec. 30, 2013: Monk on a Ladder, Sri Lanka
His body language tells me that he knows his stuff. Thanks, Dr F, for this universal slice of life moment.
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Dec. 30, 2013: Monk on a Ladder, Sri Lanka
It proves one of life's great truths, one I've thoroughly tested myself all over the world, that anything can be done in flip flops.
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Re: Matcha Tea at Hokokuji Temple, Kamakura
A unique travel experience, SeeSaw! Interesting how similar cultures adopt similar practices. Many of my British friends like to sip their tea through a tea cube in their mouths to sweeten it.
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Re: Matcha Tea at Hokokuji Temple, Kamakura
Great piece! I enjoyed Kamakura but I didn't get to experience Matcha tea. Next time!
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Aug 5th 2014: Incense Coils, Hong Kong
I find this a captivating image, Islandman. I can easily see myself staring at these coils from a thousand angles, trying to get the right angle on them, as I imagine you did!
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Re: Swayambunath Stupa, Kathmandu, Nepal. Where Gumbo Was #55
One of my favorite spots in the world. Thanks for posting.
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Re: Gal Vihara, Sri Lanka
You mentioned Gal Vihara was commissioned by King Parakramabahu I (1153 - 1186 A.D), who also built Polonnaruwa's Great Palace Complex and the Vatadage (where the sacred Buddha Tooth Relic was kept). Is there a record of the names of the master stone carvers or the one who actually built / architect the Great Palace Complex?
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Re: Gal Vihara, Sri Lanka
Something I've also thought about, George. And no, the credit goes to the big boss and not the people who actually do the work. So far as I know none of these crafts men -- and there must have been dozens on this project -- are known anymore.
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Re: Peripatetic Bhutan
An interesting post, Lester. Thanks for sharing all this information. I've always been puzzled by the concept of Gross National Happiness. How could this be measured? Happiness and enjoyment of life are very important, but it sounds like a government propaganda line to make poor people feel good about their life's circumstances.
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Re: Sri Lanka: A Land Like No Other (Part 2). Dambulla
This is a remarkable place but the radiantly smiling kids make even the Golden Buddha look a little shabby. Great pics.
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, June 30, 2014: Chhimi Lhakhang-Temple of fertility - Bhutan
It's a fascinating place! Any idea how old it is?
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, June 30, 2014: Chhimi Lhakhang-Temple of fertility - Bhutan
It was built at the end of the 15th century from what my guide told me.
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Peripatetic Bhutan
LestertheInvester shares memories and many fine photos of his recent trip to Bhutan.
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Central India, Pt.7: Ajanta
This week Professor Abe takes us to the fantastic Buddhist cave monuments cut into the rocks of the Sahyadri hills. The caves were declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1983.
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Central India, Part 8: Ellora
Professor Abe's informative and educational series on visiting Central India concludes this week with a visit to Ellora, another of Maharashtra's UNESCO World Heritage sites.
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Sept. 6, 2016: Angkor Wat, Cambodia
Sunrise is an hour away as I make my way along the wide pathway to Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world located just north of Siem Reap. I am joined by 15 other Exodus Travels tourists and our guide Vanney. On the edge of a reflecting pool hundreds of other visitors jockey for position to get the best photo of the sun rising over the temple. Angkor Wat was built in the first half of the 12 th century. Estimated construction time is 30 years. Built by King Suryavarman II...
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July 31, 2016 Celebrating 50 years of the Hare Krishna religion
While strolling the streets of New York, Jonathan came across this colorful parade.
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Matcha Tea at Hokokuji Temple, Kamakura
At a Zen Buddhist temple, seesaw experiences a ritual with traditional tea and sweet candies: A never-to-be-forgotten rich sensory memory.
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In search of one’s self—A Buddhist Temple Stay in South Korea
Intrigued by the mysticism of monastic life, and curious about the day-to-day life of monks, Melissa Douglas spent several days in a Buddhist temple.
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, January 28, 2015: Bangkok
Water monitors are just so amazing! Great pics thanks!
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Re: Sept. 6, 2016: Angkor Wat, Cambodia
Gorgeous photography, Marilyn! What a spectacular destination. This one's on my short lists -- to be seen in the next few years. Thanks for sharing these.
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Re: Central India, Pt.7: Ajanta
I've found this trip fascinating, and especially this grouping of cave monuments. Well worth going out of your way for! I need to find a way to sneak into your suitcase on your next trip, Professor. Thanks for this.
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Re: In search of one’s self—A Buddhist Temple Stay in South Korea
Melissa, what a fantastic piece! Great info told in a personal way. Exactly what TG is all about! It sounds like a Buddhist Temple stay is wonderful opportunity and the cost doesn't seem so bad either. Thanks for sharing and I'd love to try a stay myself one day.
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Re: In search of one’s self—A Buddhist Temple Stay in South Korea
Loved your blog and especially the humor in it! Hope to see more!
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Re: In search of one’s self—A Buddhist Temple Stay in South Korea
What a great travel experience and, I'm sure, the core of one of your favorite lifetime travel memories. Thanks for sharing your experience, and welcome to TravelGumbo!
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Re: In search of one’s self—A Buddhist Temple Stay in South Korea
Really cool! Seems very interesting to find out, and also to chill a bit from how fast we live sometimes. Do they take only a few people at a time, or were there groups there?
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Re: In search of one’s self—A Buddhist Temple Stay in South Korea
Nice! I've never heard of anything like it, but I'll definitely be looking into it now. Cheers for the info, and the great blog
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Re: Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka (Where Gumbo was #328)
A great set of photos! You are right about the need for transport at the site. We contemplated hiring some bicycles, but in the end opted for a tuk-tuk. They were reasonably priced - relatively cheap, actually - and the drivers are quite knowledgeable about the attractions.
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Re: Central India, Part 8: Ellora
Another terrific destination and the conclusion of another memorable journey. I learned a lot about Central India. Thanks so much for sharing this series with us.
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July 3, 2020: Buduruwagala, nr. Wellawaya, Sri Lanka
Professor Abe visits an impressive collections of Buddha statues. They are over a thousand years old and lost until rediscovered in the 1920s.
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Re: July 3, 2020: Buduruwagala, nr. Wellawaya, Sri Lanka
Thanks for your comment. It is not a well-known site - even our friend Eranda had never been there (and, as I said, nor had our driver). A visit here can be combined with a safari in Udawalawe or Lunugamwehera. We spent four days in the area and explored all three places as well as a couple of other interesting sights. Below is one of my favourite shots from inside Udawalawe N.P.:
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Re: July 3, 2020: Buduruwagala, nr. Wellawaya, Sri Lanka
In my trips to Sri Lanka, this was a place I'd missed and frankly had not heard of before. Thanks for sharing these great photos and bringing this unusual spot to our attention.
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Monks in Khumjung
A handsome group of young Buddhist monks posing with their instruments in the village of Khumjung, Nepal.
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Tibetan Monks, Kathmandu
DrFumblefinger came across these serious young scholars while visiting Kathmandu
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Narita-san Shinsho-ji Temple, Narita, Japan
Millions a year see this historic and beautiful Temple complex in Narita , Japan
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Visiting the Sacred Temple of Tooth in Kandy
Kandy's Temple of the Tooth is where one of the most sacred Buddhist relics is found -- one of Lord Buddha's teeth. It's a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Angkor Wat, Cambodia
Judy Barford shares pictures of one of the world's greatest religious monuments.
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, June 30, 2014: Chhimi Lhakhang-Temple of fertility - Bhutan
Chhimi Lhakhang (Temple of Fertility) is situated in the Punakha region of Bhutan. According to legend, when Drukpa Kunley visited Bhutan, a demoness called Loro Duem resided at the Dochula pass.
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Dec. 14, 2013: Columbia River with Monks
On my first visit to Portland, Oregon I drove east of the city one day to have a look at the much-celebrated scenery of the Columbia River. Pulling off at a view point I saw this group also admiring the view and, having recently returned from a visit to Burma, I knew a monk when I saw one.
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Aug 5th 2014: Incense Coils, Hong Kong
On a stopover for a couple of nights in Hong Kong , we wanted to explore a bit more of the local culture and took a walk around the back streets of Kowloon .
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Sensoji Temple in Tokyo Mirrors Japan
Sensoji Temple is a large Buddhist temple complex in Tokyo dedicated to the Buddhist Deity, Bodhisattva Kannon. Sensoji consists of gates, multiple halls, gardens, a pagoda, and a waterfall.
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Swayambunath Stupa, Kathmandu, Nepal. Where Gumbo Was #55
Congratulations to MAD Travel Diaries for recognizing the Swayambunath Temple in Kathmandu, Nepal! It's also known as the " Monkey Temple " because of the large number of (mean spirited) monkeys that have all but taken over this complex.
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Sri Lanka: A Land Like No Other. (Part 3) The Ancient City of Anuradhapura
A great opportunity available to any traveler to Ceylon is the chance to explore the country’s rich history and extensive archaeology. This post describes my visit to the oldest ancient site in Sri Lanka.
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Sri Lanka: A Land Like No Other (Part 2). Dambulla
Dambulla is known for its Cave Temples which predate Christ. Legend has it that a Sri Lankan King, driven out of Anuradhapura, found a hiding place in these caves.