Tag: buddha
Asia
Nov 23, 2015Under $100: Bangkok, Thailand
Bangkok is a chaotic city with more to see and do than a day will allow. If that’s all you’ve got, though, then you can still hit some of the most important sites without breaking the budget.
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The Province That Surrounds Seoul — And Outshines It
Skip the Seoul Crowds. The Real Korea is in Gyeonggi.
Destination
Nov 17, 2015How to Respectfully Get a Sak Yant Tattoo in Asia
Sak yant tattoos are a sacred rite of passage throughout Buddhist communities in Southeast Asia. They’re also become something of a trend for Western tourists traveling through the area. Though they’ve become somewhat commercial, it’s still important to respect the local traditions and beliefs when getting one.
Entertainment
Nov 16, 2015The White Temple in Chiang Rai, Thailand
With thousands of wats scattered throughout Thailand, there are simply too many to choose from without feeling like you’ve missed something important. Out of the 40,000 wats available, The White Temple in Chiang Rai is a can’t-miss spectacle.
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Taiwan: Whatever Your Pleasure
Taiwan’s wealth of offerings ensures travelers find destinations, activities and amenities to suit all interests.
History
Oct 19, 2015Explore the Spirit City of Buddha Park
Somewhere along the Mekong River, in a meadow just 25 kilometers from Laos, is one of the most surreal temples you have ever visited, famous throughout the world as Buddha Park. Technically, it’s not a temple, but the sculpture garden has been given the name Wat Xieng Khuan (Spirit City) for its awe-inspiring array of Hindu and Buddhist statues.