Statues of the Buddha are made in many materials. Outdoor statues (in general) are often made from bronze as it is easily casted and not affected by the sun or weather. In addition it acquires an aesthetically pleasing patina from oxidation.
Just to make them more impressive.
Burmese Buddhist Temple was created in 1875.
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Another word for Buddhist temples is "pagodas."
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they were hindus but they built buddhist art and buddhist temples
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Most ancient Japanese temples are either Buddhist or Shinto temples. The Buddhist temples are shrines for meditation and focus to achieve an enlightened spirit. Shinto temples were sights dedicated to ancestor worship.
Sisir Chandra Lahiri has written: 'Principles of modern Burmese Buddhist law' -- subject(s): Burmese Buddhist law, Domestic relations
Buddhist Temples and Worshippers - 1913 was released on: USA: 15 October 1913
Yes, Christians can visit Buddhist temples as a form of cultural or religious exploration. It is important to be respectful of the customs and practices of the Buddhist tradition while visiting the temple.
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