Though it claims to be the site of Hindu classic battles of the gods 5000 years ago as recorded in the Ramayana, the country is now 80% Buddhist, and proud to be the homeland of Theravada Buddhism. The Buddha himself is said to have visited here three times in his life. Everywhere there are images of Buddha, magnificent temples, and stupas (shrines) purported to contain some sacred relic.
Saturday, March 7, 2009
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