Since the 11th century, Tibetans believe that the Dalai Lama is an incarnation of Avalokitesvara, or the compassionate Lord ...

These figures were placed in tombs to ensure a safe journey to the afterlife A Tang Dynasty gilt bronze figurine of the Buddhist deity Avalokitesvara, which was likely an altar piece In response ...

In front of the temple there are three chortens. In the small temple there are some images of Avalokitesvara (with 1000 arms and 11 heads), Padmasambhava and statues of eight Bodhisattvas.

From Ba Dinh Square to the Temple of Literature, explore how Hanoi's historic sites not only define the city's skyline but ...