Located in the serene foothills of the Himalayas, the gorgeous Mindrolling Monastery in Dehradun attracts thousands of Indian ...

Ancient art, stark beauty, crumbling architecture - and aching calves - are all encountered on a trek through Ladakh's Markha ...

From Lunar New Year to Ethiopia's Enkutatash celebrations, discover the variety of countries which celebrate New Year's Day ...

Nepal is more than just a gateway to the Himalayas—it’s a spiritual hub steeped in centuries-old traditions, sacred rituals, and awe-inspiring temples. A journey through Nepal’s spiritual trail ...

Lunar New Year traditions vary greatly among countries or territories covered by Radio Free Asia and its affiliate, BenarNews ...

Wisps and clouds of smoke rose into the air at Buddhist and Daoist temples around Asia on Wednesday as people lit incense to ...

Wisps and clouds of smoke rose into the air at Buddhist and Daoist temples around Asia on Wednesday as people lit incense to ...

It is 15 degrees Celsius outside, and the crisp air carries the faint scent of incense. A short drive through the vibrant ...

The Dalai Lama is the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism and a symbol of Tibetan identity; he is revered as the manifestation of Avalokitesvara, the Bodhisattva of Compassion. He was born in 1935 in ...

Tao Xie, a London-based digital artist, is forging new paths in the realm of contemporary art. His practice spans 3D visual ...

I had come to Thailand to heal. Last November, a few days after my 37th birthday, I had a hysterectomy. Just two months ...

Odisha’s links to Buddhism dates back to Mauryan Emperor Ashoka’s invasion of the ancient kingdom of Kalinga. But with ASI renewing excavation efforts in Ratnagiri, it has brought back focus on a site ...