The most beautiful buddhist temples
The most beautiful Buddhist places in the world
The most beautiful Buddhist temples and places of the world can be found mainly in the countries of Southeast Asia. The architecture of these monuments will surely amaze you – monumental stupas, monasteries on hilltops, colorful scenes from Buddha's life. Let's take a look at the most beautiful Buddhist places in the world.
Angkor Wat
The largest religious complex of the world
The most significant monument of Southeast Asia is undoubtedly the extensive complex of Angkor Wat. He even got on the Cambodian flag. Few people who visited Cambodia were not here. continue reading
Potala Palce
The most famous monument in Tibet
Potala Palace is the unmistakable symbol of Tibet in the capital of Lhasa. It is also a monastery and the former palace of the Dalai Lama. This huge building has 13 floors and includes monumental tombstones of the Dalai Lamas continue reading
Borobudur
The largest Buddhist temple in the world
Borobudur is the most significant monument of Indonesia and the largest Buddhist temple in the world. It's actually a huge multi-storied stupa continue reading
Palcho Gompa
Gorgeous Monastery in Gyantse
Palcho Gompa is a beautiful monastery located on the outskirts of Gyantse. The Kumbum is the largest stupa in Tibet. In addition, it is set in a beautiful location over the scenic valley of the Nyang Chu River. continue reading
Wat Phra Kaew
Thai holiest Thai temple
Wat Phra Kaew is located in the heart of Bangkok, in the area of the Great Royal Palace. In its essence, it is a splendid royal „chapel“. It is considered as the most sacred temple throughout Thailand. continue reading
Boudhanath stupa
The Most Holy Buddhist Temple in Kathmandu
One of the most interesting places in the entire Kathmandu Basin is the Boudhanath Stupa. Stupa is located in the center of a small square, adjacent to a beautiful Buddhist monastery. Enjoy the beautiful atmosphere behind the melody of monotonous Buddhist music. continue reading
Wat Arun
The Temple of Dawn
On the west bank of Chao Praya river stands the Temple of Dawn – Wat Arun. The central prang built in the Khmer style is surrounded by other smaller towers. Almost at the very top of the temple thrones three-headed elephant Erawan. continue reading
Thiksey Gompa Monastery
The most famous monastery in Ladakh
Ladakh is renowned for its beautiful Buddhist monasteries. Probably the most well-known and the most visited of them is in Thiksey. On the one hand, it looks like a small Potala, and there is also a huge statue of Buddha. In addition, the views from the roof top to the Indu Valley are breathtaking continue reading
Cave temples of Dambulla
Thousands of Buddhas in a rock temple
Cave temples in Dambulle are among the largest of its kind in Sri Lanka. You will find thousands of different Buddhas, beautifully painted walls of caves. An amazing experience with an interesting atmosphere. continue reading
Wat Pho
The Temple of the reclining Buddha
Wat Pho also known as Wat Phra Chetuphon is known mainly due to the huge lying Buddha. It is considered as one of the biggest attractions in Bangkok. The surroundings of the main building with a variety of nicely decorated pagodas is also nice. continue reading
Anuradhapura
Sacred royal city
In the center of the northern part of Sri Lanka is located the ancient, sacred royal city of Anuradhapura. Tourists are attracted mainly by huge stupas belonging to the largest and oldest in the world. In addition, you will also find the sacred Hulman monkeys. The ideal means of transport to explore this location is a bicycle. continue reading
Erdene Zuu Monastery
One of the most important monuments of Mongolia
The Buddhist Erdene Zuu Monastery (probably the oldest in Mongolia) was founded at the end of the 16th century by the Khan Abatai at the site of the former Chinghish settlement town of Karakorum (Kharkhorin). Inside the square (400 × 400 m) square, surrounded by a massive wall, today there are several functioning temples. continue reading
Swayambhunath Stupa
Sacred Monkey Temple
Stupa Swayambhunath is one of the three most important religious sites in Kathmandu. Thanks to its location on the top of a high hill, it is also a distinct dominant of the city. Besides its architecture it is interesting for tourists thanks to the dozens of monkeys that live here and attract delicacies. continue reading
Hemis Gompa Monastery
Monastery high above Indus River
The Hemis Gompa Monastery is one of the most famous in the surroundings of town of Léh. Monastery has a colorfulness and picturesque courtyard. The monastery is built in a narrow side valley, high above the Indus River continue reading
Chongsheng Temple
Temple of three pagodas
Chongseng Temple (2 150m above sea level) is a truly monumental pavilion. The length is almost two kilometers long. It is built in a beautiful location between the Cangshan mountain ridge and the giant Er Hai Lake just off Dali. The most famous part of this complex is three pagodas. In the temple you will find gigantic gilded statues and dozens of buildings. continue reading
