Part 2 takes place inside The Great Stupa of Dharmakaya. The stupa itself is a representation of the body, speech and mind of the Buddha. As beautiful as the outside was the inside is just as stunning. When I entered the palace I was overwhelmed with the intricate beauty of the lovingly made decorations adorning the walls, ceiling and even the floor. One extraordinary feature in the floor was a mosaic pomegranate that had little burgundy glass marbles representing the seeds. One visitor while looking up scattered the marbles across the floor in aghast. We all smiled and helped her return them to the little concave place in the mosaic. Everywhere you looked it was a handmade, handpainted piece of art. The work is still in progress. Volunteers visit on a regular basis to paint a flower or part of a mandala. If you ever find yourself in the West I highly recommend a visit to this treasure in the beautiful mountains of northern Colorado.
wow, Julie, what amazing images! The top right shot of the Buddah's hands is stunning - the lighting makes it look almost like a painting. Fabulous!
ReplyDeleteSo beautfiul! I looks very peaceful there. Your pictures are wonderful.
ReplyDeleteoooooooohh julie! GORGEOUS shots!! those colors are amazing!!
ReplyDeleteJulie, thank you for sharing this beautiful place and your amazing images of it. Peace, Judi
ReplyDeleteMakes you feel like you are there! Lovely!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful collage of images Julie!! Very beautifully captured.
ReplyDeleteJulie, I just have to tell you (in case I've thought it but not actually posted it), I really like your blog!!
ReplyDeleteJulie, those are incredible pictures. Everything looks so beautiful against the saffron backgrounds/decorations. Adds so much warmth for a spiritual and communal space.
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