From Leshan Buddha, we then travelled by coach for almost 2 hours by road to the West for our Emei Shan hiking to the Golden Summit. Emei Shan is one of four sacred mountains of China. With over 30 temples and monasteries, Emei Shan is a heaven for temple seekers and nature lovers alike. Mount Emei (Emei … Read more
During our month in China following a journey on the Trans-Siberian express, I headed to Sichuan Province to explore the cultural delights of Chinese Buddhism. Sichuan province is famous for its Spicy food, giant Panda Reserve and sacred Mountain of Buddhism – Mt. Emei. It’s also home to the biggest Buddha in the world – Leshan Buddha. Staying … Read more
The Taj Mahal is a stunning complex of buildings including a beautiful marble mausoleum, built as a gift for Shah Jahan’s favourite wife Mumtaz in 1632 (after she died). At the Taj Mahal, you will see other Masjids (Mosques) and buildings as well as the mausoleum itself. Many people forget that the Taj Mahal is … Read more
