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…
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…