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Buddhism

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  • Cambodia103 views

    Angkor Wat Is The World's Largest Religious Monument

    Spanning over 162.6 hectares, this 12th-century temple complex was originally dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu before becoming a Buddhist temple. Its intricate bas-reliefs depict Hindu myths and historical events, drawing millions of visitors annually.

  • Bhutan85 views

    The Tiger's Nest Monastery Clings Perilously to a Cliffside

    Paro Taktsang, or Tiger's Nest, is a sacred Buddhist site built into the side of a cliff 900 meters (3,000 feet) above the Paro Valley. Legend says Guru Rinpoche flew to this spot on the back of a tigress.