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Buddha Purnima
12 Questions
6 mins
1 Language
The Nepalese government took offence when the Indian Foreign Minister called Buddha an Indian. Such has been the impact of Buddha on history. Nations compete for his legacy. Japan funded the renovation of Ellora and Ajanta.
Buddhism remains one of the largest religions globally, more than 2000 years after his death. The philosophy he spawned is one of the most studied.
Explore the places where he lived, the concepts he expounded and the monuments that honor him. With due respect to Nepal, we are proud that the Buddha graced our land, many eons ago.
The picture is from Ayuthya, Thailand.