India. Ratnagiri dig throws up more surprises on Buddhist heritage
This apart, a large idol of a Buddhist goddess and 5th century sealings have been recently found from the excavated area. BHUBANESWAR: Remains of a Chaitya Griha have been found near the three colossal Buddha heads that were earlier excavated…
Ancient Xinjiang Grottoes Reopen with Stunning AR Makeover. China
The Ya’er Lake Grottoes in Turpan, Northwest China, have reopened to the public with a high-tech twist—thanks to augmented reality (AR) technology that digitally revives faded Buddhist murals and inscriptions dating back over 1,500 years. Part of the Jiaohe Ruins—an…
Buddha statue discovery in North Korea
The Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) has announced the discovery of a Buddha statue in North Korea. The statue was found by the Archaeology Institute of the Academy of Social Sciences and the National Authority for the Protection of Cultural…
Mandalay’s Mahamuni set to reopen for devotees. Myanmar
The Mahamuni Pagoda in Mandalay will be reopened as soon as possible for devotees to visit and pay respects, according to U Mya Win, Chairman of the Mahamuni Pagoda Board of Trustees. The powerful earthquake that struck on 28 March…
Bangkok. Wat Pho’s Reclining Buddha Shows Pre-Existing Cracks, Minister Orders Urgent Restoration
Thailand’s Minister of Culture, Sudawan Wangsuphakitkosol, has ordered urgent restoration work on the iconic Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho, following an inspection that revealed pre-existing cracks and surface damage. The assessment, prompted by concerns after the recent earthquake in Myanmar,…
South Korea Wildfires Threaten Ancient UNESCO Sites
South Korea is grappling with one of its worst wildfire crises, as flames ravage vast swathes of land, threatening irreplaceable cultural heritage sites. A devastating wildfire has swept through the country’s southeastern region, leaving 24 dead and destroying thousands of…
Ancient 7-tiered stupa spire over 1,000 years old unearthed in Phayao. Thailand
A remarkable seven-tiered stupa spire, believed to be over 1,000 years old, was uncovered on Monday at the dual-track railway construction site in Mueang district, Phayao province. The discovery occurred in a rice field near the Ban Chedi Ngam community,…
The Lion Capital of Ashoka: A Statue’s Roaring Symbolism. India
The elegantly carved feline figures from the third century B.C., unearthed by the British in northern India, embody both tenets of Buddhism and the power of the emperor. Among the great artistic objects found by chance, one must include the…
India’s largest Buddha statue is drawing global tourists. Here’s what makes it special
India’s hidden gem, the mesmerizing reclining Buddha statute in Bodh Gaya is a must-visit. Here’s why travellers are flocking to this sacred site. The magnificent reclining statue of Buddha, located in Gaya, Bihar, serves as a captivating spot for tourists…