Tag: Buddhism

Finding Tibet – The Panchen Lama

Finding Tibet – The Panchen Lama

The trip to Shigatse was the highlight of this trip, if not the highlight of my life.  Shigatse’s status in Tibet is next to Lhasa. Our experience in Shigatse was second to none though, because we saw him. The Panchen Lama! What I thought to 

Indonesia – Borobodur

Indonesia – Borobodur

The Borobodur temple complex is recognized as a world heritage by the UNESCO.  Built in the 7th century (AD750-850), it is a Buddhist temple made wholly of stones.  The complex is shaped in a square, with four levels and stone carved bas relief depicting each