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The Vanished Buddha: A Sacred Relic at the Heart of an International Dispute. China and Netherlands

A 1,000-year-old Buddha statue containing the mummified remains of the monk Liuquan has become the focus of a complex saga involving theft, spiritual heritage, and international law. Originally enshrined in Puzhao Temple in Fujian, China, the statue—known as Zhanggong Zushi—was…

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Fasting Buddha replica gifted to Bai Dinh Pagoda, Vietnam

ISLAMABAD :  A meticulously crafted replica of the revered Fasting Buddha, an iconic Gandhara-era masterpiece dating back to the 2nd century, was formally handed over to Bai Dinh Pagoda, Vietnam’s largest Buddhist temple. The gift was given by Ambassador of…