Walking with the Buddha - Buddhist Pilgrimages in India - Hardcover

Mitra, Swati

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 8190060163 ISBN 13: 9788190060165

Publisher: Eicher Goodearth Ltd. ; supported by Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India, 1999

Synopsis

This books attempts to present the sacred sites as a traditional pilgrim circuit, following a time-honoured trail with a hallowed history dating back two and a half millenia. An illustrated exploration of information ranging from ancient legends from the Buddha's life to practical information on the Sacred Sites. From the wisdom of the Master's teachings to an exclusive interview with His Holiness the XIVth Dalai Lama. This book, with over 200 specially commissioned photographs, easy-to-follow sketch maps of the Sacred Sites and a map of the region, attempts to comprehensively illustrate every aspect of Buddhism, its architectural heritage, its literary wealth and above all, its humane philosophy, with prime focus on the Sacred Sites associated with the Lord Buddha during his lifetime.

About this edition

• Publisher: Eicher Goodearth Ltd. ; supported by Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 8190060163
• ISBN 13: 9788190060165
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 192