With vivid photography and insightful commentary, this travel pictorial shines a light on the Buddhist art and architecture of Borobudur.The glorious ninth-century Buddhist stupa of Borobudur—the largest Buddhist monument in the world—stands in the midst of the lush Kedu Plain of Central Java in Indonesia, where it is visited annually by over a million people.Borobudur contains more than a thousand exquisitely carved relief panels extending along its many t...

Travel To Exotic, Mysterious IndiaFor about 5,000 years India has been celebrating life and all its pleasures.Despite the changes and diversities in India, the country is still a picturesque and a unique tourist destination. If you want an adventure holiday then travel to India. You will find a unique civilization and culture in India.The country's civilization is among the oldest in the world. The imaginations of tourists are always captivated by India's legends an...

To commemorate the life and spiritual teachings of Buddhadasa Bhikkhu.It has been 23 years since he departed this world.Buddhadasa Bhikku (1906-1993) is one of the most important Buddhist teachers of the twentieth century.As the meditation master of Suan Mokkh Meditation Center in Chaiya, southern Thailand, he propagatedBuddhist philosophy and meditation practice among tens of thousands of western visitors from NorthAmerica, Europe and Australia.Th...

Discover this fascinating country with the most incisive and entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to wander through Krakow's magnificent medieval Old Town, hike in the Tatra Mountains or relax on the Baltic coast, The Rough Guide to Poland will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop and visit along the way. - Independent, trusted reviews writtenwith Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and insight, to help you get the mo...

The story of Mojud which Osho introduces here is one of the greatest stories. It has that special flavor that only a Sufi story can have. It is incomparable. It is not just a story; Sufi stories are not just stories. They are not to entertain, but they are teaching devices.This story describes the path or the journey of spiritual discovery, personal transformation and growth.Osho says: "So listen to this story as attentively as possible. Let this story sink into your being....

"The best book on Bali for the serious visitor…Has the freshness of personal experience."—Dr. Hildred Geertz, author of Kinship in Bali and Professor of Anthropology at Princeton UniversityIn Bali, what you see—sekala—is a colorful world of ceremony, ritual, dance, and drama. What you don't see what is occult—niskala—is the doctrine underlying the pageants, the code underlying the rites, and the magic underlying the dance. In this book, author Fred Eiseman...

Almost all visitors to Thailand will come into contact with Buddhism in some way. There are more than 200,000 monks in Thailand so you will see monks and novices out and about on the streets. There are more than 30,000 temples (wat in Thai) so you will see and may visit a temple, or several. Those lucky enough to spend some time with a Thai family will find themselves witnessing and even participating in many of the rituals and customs that are part of everyday Buddhism in Thailand....

Discover the remote, high-altitude landscapes of Ladakh, where glaciated peaks, deep gorges, and ancient Buddhist monasteries await adventurous trekkers. Journey through the Zanskar range in northern India, exploring wild mountain deserts where Tibetan heritage and dramatic scenery combine for an unforgettable trekking experience.This comprehensive Cicerone guidebook is designed for experienced and self-sufficient trekkers seeking a serious adventure. It features 8...

For any first-time visitor to Bangkok, there are certain "must see" sights that you have to visit. While "the Big Mango" is home - literally - to hundreds of museums as well as assorted palaces, temples and other tourist spots, there are three destinations that most will say you need to visit to have "done" Bangkok: The Grand Palace, Wat Po (The Temple of the Reclining Buddha) and Wat Arun (The Temple of Dawn.)In addition to the 'big three' I've also selected a dozen or so other si...

It is rare for a foreign woman to be accepted for instruction in intensive meditation in a Buddhist temple in Thailand. Jane Hamilton-Merritt writes about this experience from the inside, describing the extraordinary journey into the self, the expansion of her consciousness. In a personal account of her struggles, her fears and her experiences - some euphoric, some terrifying, some beautiful in the form of psychedelic visions and some that were genuinely threatening. A Meditator's Diar...

The essential guide for the independent adventure traveller planning their own tour of Sri Lanka.Sri Lanka is a paradise island that has recently emerged from a bloody civil war and has now exploded onto the tourist market. This guide provides insider travel tips and up to date information on transport options around Sri Lanka, including tuk-tuks, planes, taxis, trains and buses.It's a must have guide for backpackers and adventure travellers with many top tips on the best met...

One of the best places to see for the first time visitor to India is Kerala, also fondly called as God's Own Country. This small land has several unique features that make it a fascinating and rewarding place for a visitor to this part of the world. Kerala has been emerging as an important international tourist destination. Many times this beautiful little land was mentioned in various travel magazines as one of the top destinations of the world. This travel guide gives you sufficient info...