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Gold Guru Rinpoche statue stands in Kathmandu. Nepal
Captured in the serene atmosphere of Poombarai Village's Hindu temple premises in Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu, India, a young man stands with a bright smile, facing the camera.  Behind him, the temple's majestic architecture forms a beautiful backdrop. His smile reflects a sense of contentment and joy, perhaps inspired by the spiritual tranquility of the sacred surroundings.
Swami vivekananda statue in Varanasi  : Varansi , Uttar Pradesh, India, 29 ‎November ‎2022
Ancient headless Buddha statue in passageway of Stupa, Sanchi, Madhya Pradesh, India. Sanchi, famous for its Great Stupa, is a Buddhist complex, on a hilltop at Sanchi Town in Raisen District of the State of Madhya Pradesh, India, located north-east of Bhopal
Samdruptse Hill with a giant 45 m tall statue of the Guru Padmasambhava (Guru Rinpoche), the patron saint of Sikkim, India.
Guru Padmasambhava statue in Sani village, Padum, Zanskar Valley, Ladakh, INDIA
This image focuses on the Mala Temple, a lesser-known yet significant place of worship situated in the heart of Panjim, Goa. Surrounded by greenery and built in a style that blends local and traditional architectural elements, the temple serves as a quiet sanctuary amid the bustle of Goa's capital city. The photograph captures the temple's intricate carvings, vibrant sculptures, and ornate detailing, aiming to showcase its spiritual and aesthetic significance. Whether it's the play of light and shadow on the temple walls or the serene atmosphere that envelops the area, the image offers viewers an intimate look at this hidden gem, revealing another facet of Goa's rich cultural tapestry.
Idols of Hindu deities
A large white Buddha statue against a clear blue sky in a Hawaii park.
Wall art of Gautama Buddha meditate under pipal tree or Bodhi tree in Bodh Gaya ,in Jagannath temple, Hyderabad,India.
Grand Baie, Rivière du Rempart District, Mauritius: Shiv Kalyannath Mandir, Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva - a Shiva lingam is placed in the gazebo in front of the temple.
Gold Guru Rinpoche statue stands in Kathmandu. Nepal
Golden sitting buddha - brahma / monk statue  outside of temple Wat Phra Phutthabat Huai Tom in Li District, Lamphun. below statue is text about words of worship to Luang Pu Kruba Chao Chaiyawongsaphatthana (Kruba Wong)
The Peace Pagoda, a Buddhist shrine built by the Japanese in the Indian city of Dhauli, Orissa.  During the rule of  Ashoka, 2200 years ago, Orissa was mostly Buddhist.  Today India no longer has an appreciable Buddhist population, but Orissa is still a popular destination for foreign Buddhists.
Gorakhnath  was a Hindu yogi, mahasiddha and saint who was the founder of the Nath Hindu monastic movement in India
Nepalese sadhu man sitting on the street
Massive statue of Maitreya Buddha  near Diskit Monastery in the hidden Nubra Valley
Statue of Guru Padmasambhav, the Buddhist guru under the sunrays
Vientiane, Laos:  Patuxai (literally Victory Gate or Gate of Triumph) - golden finial - commonly known as the four-faced Buddha, this is actually a representation of the creator god Brahma (Mahabrahma), worshipped outside of Hindu contexts by regular Buddhists - Patuxay was completed in 1968 to celebrate independence from France (1949). In 1995 it was renamed by the communists of Pathet Lao to celebrate their victory in the civil war, and dedicated to “The Heroes of August 23, 1975” (Day of the Communist seizure of power).
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Indian holy sadhu doing meditation at the ghat of river Ganges, Varanasi, India.
Wat Panya Nantaram Temple Khlong Luang District, Pathum Thani, 7 July 2024.
Buddha altar on Phuket with offerings of aroma incense and candle flame
Statue of Maitreya Buddha near Diskit Monastery facing down the Shyok River towards Pakistan in Nubra Valley, Jammu and Kashmir, India.
Golden thai buddha statue high up on rock in small village Paranghmee near Noen Maprang in Phitsanulok province. Statue is at top of steps leading up to rock
Front view, Face reverend Grandfather Hermit Puchong Nagarat.  Kaeng Khoi Temple, Saraburi Province
The Putuo Zongcheng Temple of Chengde, Hebei province, China is a Qing dynasty era Buddhist temple complex built between 1767 and 1771, during the reign of the Qianlong Emperor. It is located near the Chengde Mountain Resort, which is south of the Putuo Zongcheng. Along with the equally famed Puning Temple, it is one of the Eight Outer Temples of Chengde. The temple was modeled after the Potala Palace of Tibet, the residence of the Dalai Lama built a century earlier. Since it was modeled after the Potala palace, the temple represents a fusion of Chinese and Tibetan architectural styles. The temple complex covers a surface area of some 220,000 square metres, making it one of the largest in China. Many of its halls and pavilions are adorned with copper and gold tiled roofs, adding to the splendor of the site.
Stupa 17 in Jetavana Monastery, Shravasti, is an ancient relic that embodies the spiritual and historical essence of early Buddhism. Situated within one of the most important monastic complexes where the Buddha spent several monastic seasons, this stupa is part of a series of structures that once played a central role in Buddhist worship and community life. Though weathered by time, Stupa 17 still stands as a significant archaeological and religious site, offering a glimpse into the architectural style and spiritual practices of ancient Buddhist monks. Pilgrims and visitors are drawn to its serene environment, reflecting on the profound history of Jetavana Monastery.
Zilukha, Thimphu, Bhutan: golden Dharma wheel on a lotus atop a pillar at Thangthong Dewachen Dupthop nunnery - the eight spokes represent the Noble Eightfold Path of Buddhism. Buddhists believe that the first turning of the wheel occurred when the Buddha taught the five ascetics at the Deer Park in Sarnath, because of this, dharmachakras are often represented with a deer on each side - Vajrayana Buddhism
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