A Vietnamese traveler embarked on a journey to Mount Kailash to complete the Kora, a ritual of circling its base, overcoming ...

Today, the statue in the New Jersey Buddhist Vihara and Meditation Center has become a hub for interfaith efforts and a ...

In the thin air of Tibet's sprawling plateau, a quiet battle rages — not fought with weapons or armies, but with language, ...

Nepal, the land of the Himalayas, is a paradise for trekkers, presenting a number of the arena’s most breathtaking hiking ...

Losar is a time for the Monpas to refresh their spirits and renew their commitment to religious and cultural practices. It marks the end of the old year and the beginning of a new cycle, symbolising ...

The Religious Landscape Study (RLS) – conducted in 2007, 2014 and 2023-24 – surveys more than 35,000 Americans in all 50 states about their religious affiliations, beliefs and practices along with ...

Losar, the Bhutanese New Year, is a vibrant and spiritually significant celebration deeply rooted in Buddhist traditions. It is a time of family reunions and ... cleaning their homes to usher in good ...

From bustling lanes lined with prayer flags to authentic Tibetan eateries and eclectic ... crafted on rich cotton or silk, depict Buddhist deities, historical figures, and spiritual symbols.