These legendary stories portray an idealized picture of the Buddha, Harrison said, but they nonetheless likely contain a kernel of historical truth. "But it's not easy to see what that was ...

A photo claiming to show Buddha's sacred tooth in Sri Lanka has gone viral, sparking widespread attention and debate online. Authorities are investigating the authenticity and origins of the image.

Benefit: Promotes relaxation and peace while in the garden.A hand-painted Buddha picture is a good living room choice. Vastu Tip: Face it inwards, hang it on a wall or above the dining table.

Buddha’s Birthday, or ‘Buddha Purnima’, is a major festival celebrated throughout East and South Asia (Picture: Kim Jae-Hwan/SOPA Images/Shutterstock) The event pays tribute to the birth of ...

On either side of the Amitabha Buddha statue are solid white marble statues of Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara (Guan Yin), Bodhisattva Mahasthamaprapta, and the Four Heavenly Kings. A depiction of Buddha ...

Huge flames tore through the historic building (Picture: Reuters) The Grand Hall of the Dafo (Big Buddha) Temple in Zhangye, Gansu Province was almost destroyed by the fire (Picture: Reuters ...