Trvavel Date: April 13, 2018 Lumbini Lumbini, located in southern Nepal, is the birthplace of Siddhartha Gautama, the Buddha, and one of the Four Great Buddhist Holy Sites. According to Buddhist scriptures, Buddha was born here in 623 BCE under a sal tree while Queen Maya was strolling in the garden. Lumbini holds immense religious…
Weekly Buddhist dietWeek 1 of January 2025 Dish Introduction: Crunchy lotus root paired with savory peanuts creates a delightful texture and unique taste. Ingredients: Dumpling wrappers 150g, lotus root 50g, roasted peanuts 10g, minced ginger, Salt, sesame oil (to taste). Steps: 1. Peel and dice lotus root into small cubes; blanch briefly and drain. 2….
Travel Date: April 14, 2018 Jetavana Monastery Jetavana Monastery, formally known as Jetavana Anathapindika Arama, was the first officially established Buddhist monastic community in history. Located in the ancient city of Shravasti (present-day Uttar Pradesh, India), it was built on land purchased by the wealthy benefactor Anathapindika (Sudatta) from Prince Jeta, hence its name. Jetavana…
Travel Date: April 15, 2018 New Delhi New Delhi is the capital of India and the first stop on the pilgrimage to the sacred mountains.New Delhi serves as the political hub of India and the seat of the central government. As a cultural and economic center, it boasts a wealth of historical landmarks, museums, and…
Weekly Buddhist DietThe 4th Week of December 2024 Introduction: The combination of tender tofu and fresh zucchini is low-fat and healthy. Ingredients: • Dumpling wrappers • 200g zucchini • 150g tender tofu • Salt and sesame oil to taste Production steps: 1.Shred the zucchini, sprinkle with salt and marinate for a while, squeeze out the…
Travel Date: November 24, 2012 The Capital of India: New Delhi New Delhi is the capital of India, located in the northern part of the country within the National Capital Territory of Delhi (NCT of Delhi). As the political center of India, New Delhi is home to the central government, including the Presidential Residence, Prime…
Travel Date: November 25, 2012 Varanasi Varanasi also known as Benares or Kashi, is one of the oldest cities in India and among the world’s most ancient continuously inhabited cities. Located on the western bank of the Ganges River in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, Varanasi is revered as the spiritual capital of India….
Weekly Buddhist DietDec 2024 Week 3：Spinach and Vermicelli Dumplings Dish Introduction: The combination of spinach and vermicelli is refreshing, tender, simple and delicious. Ingredients: Dumpling wrappers，spinach 200g，vermicelli50g，minced ginger 5g，Salt and five spice powder, sesame oil to taste. Production steps: 1. Blanch the spinach and chop it, squeeze out the water; soak the vermicelli until soft…
Travel Date：November 26，2012 Uruvela（Sujada Village）The place where the Buddha practiced austerities and received Sujata’s offering, a turning point before his enlightenment. 优楼频螺村 （苏伽达村）佛陀修苦行时，接受牧羊女乳糜供养的重要地点。 Bodh GayaThe place of enlightenment. Prince Siddhartha attained supreme enlightenment under the Bodhi tree here, becoming Shakyamuni Buddha. 菩提伽耶 ：佛陀成道之地，在此地悉达多太子于菩提树下证得无上正觉，成为释迦牟尼佛。 Pragbodhi Cave (Snow Mountain Dragon Cave) A legendary site associated with the Buddha’s…
