1. Young monks take a break from their studies inside Thiksey Monastery in Ladakh, India. REUTERS/Cathal McNaughton 2. Shanti Stupa, which contains the relics of the Buddha, stands on a hilltop in ...

This UNESCO World Heritage Site houses a revered relic of the Buddha’s tooth, drawing devotees from across the globe. The Sacred relic was brought to Sri Lanka by Princess Hemamala and Prince Dantha ...

Buddha Purnima is an auspicious day even for Hindus and is observed with full devotion and dedication in whole country. In India, this day is declared as a gazetted holiday in several states. In the ...

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The Embassy of India in Bangkok also posted some aerial images of the pavilion surrounded by a sea of humanity. "Sun sets on the final day of the exposition of holy relics of Lord Buddha and his ...

This is the strength of our heritage with the inspiration of which, India is able to tell the world today that the future is not in Yuddh, it is Buddha,” he said. Underlining the country’s ...

Buddhism started in India over 2,500 years ago. Buddhists follow the teachings of a man called Siddhattha Gotama. He became known as the Buddha, which means 'enlightened'. Siddhattha Gotama was a ...