The youthful Buddhist lama sat on a throne near an altar decorated with flowers, fruits and golden statues of the Buddha, ...

Radhika Aligh heads to the Land of the Thunder Dragon for a historic pilgrimage through its mountains — and meets plenty of ...

After graduation in 2025, he’ll head to northern India to join the Mindrolling Monastery, more than 7,200 miles (11,500 ...

Travel through time and explore the rich history of Buddhism with these 10 renowned temples. Learn about their unique ...

Jalue Dorje grew up like a typical American teen playing football and listening to rap music in a Minneapolis suburb. After ...

Designated as Japan's national treasure, the bronze statue of Amida Buddha is commonly known as the Great Buddha of Kamakura. Since the Daibutsu-den hall - the place where the statue was originally ...

The Laughing Buddha statue is a common sight in many homes. It represents prosperity and happiness. Many believe it brings ...

Teenage Buddhist lama celebrates last birthday in the U.S. before joining Himalayas monastery - A U.S.-born Buddhist lama ...

HIROSHIMA--A large, ancient statue of Buddha, displayed near ground zero soon after the atomic bombing to provide emotional support for survivors, is finally coming home after disappearing for ...

At the museum, he came across the Doryphoros, a Roman copy of a lost Greek statue famed for its classical proportions and balanced pose. It reminded the artist of the stance of a walking Buddha ...

The Phuket Big Buddha, located in Phuket, Thailand, stands 148 feet tall and was completed in 2008. This magnificent statue is one of the tallest in the region and a popular tourist attraction.