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When is Buddha’s birthday and how is it celebrated?
The Sanskrit word for full moon is Purnima, which is why the ... stories from Buddha’s life. In Vietnam, Buddha’s birthday is a still popular festival, but not a public holiday, which it ...
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Buddha statue in Vietnam's Mekong Delta ranked among world's most impressive
The Maitreya Buddha statue at Vinh Trang Pagoda sits atop a platform, surrounded by greenery. Photo by VnExpress/Tran Quynh Vinh Trang Pagoda is one of the oldest temples in southern Vietnam ...
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Buddha Purnima 2024: From banks to offices, what's open and what's closed
Buddhists worldwide celebrate Buddha Purnima with great fervour. This year, the festival will be observed today, on May 23 (Thursday). Also Read | Happy Buddha Purnima 2024: Chants, Whatsapp ...