Impressions of the Yiga Choeling Monastery in Darjeeling
The Yiga Choeling Monastery (recently Ghoom Monastery) in Darjeeling is the seat of the Gelukpa or the yellow hat branch of Buddhism in Darjeeling.
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Buddhism – The Path to Enlightenment
Buddhism is one of the major world religions, founded over 2,500 years ago in India by Siddhartha Gautama, the Buddha. At its core is the pursuit of enlightenment and inner peace through meditation, mindfulness, and ethical living. Buddhism teaches the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path to overcome suffering and attain Nirvana. Today, Buddhism is practiced worldwide and serves as a source of wisdom and inspiration.
Kinkaku-ji - the "Golden Pavilion Temple" near Kyoto as a Colorkey image.