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Samantabhadra statue on a dark starry night in Mount Emei, China
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Samantabhadra statue on a dark starry night in Mount Emei, China
In a dark starry night of the world heritage site of Mount Emei in China, The Spring constellation of Corona Borealis, Virgo and Corvus rise above the golden summit of Mount Emei. Mount Emei is a place of historical significance as one of the four holy lands of Chinese Buddhism. The golden summit is the second highest peak of the mountain (3077 above sea level). The giant golden 48m (157ft) statue in the picture is the ten directions Samantabhadra Bodhisattva.
This is the location of the first Buddhist temple built in China in the 1st century CE when Buddhism was introduced from India via the Silk Road. The Bodhisattva Samantabhadra is said to have visited the mountain astride a six-tusked elephant, and is considered the mountainas patron deity
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In the tranquil darkness of a starry night, the majestic Samantabhadra statue stands tall on Mount Emei in China. This print captures the ethereal beauty of this world heritage site, where ancient history and spirituality intertwine. As the Spring constellation illuminates the sky above, Corona Borealis, Virgo, and Corvus create a celestial backdrop for this golden summit. Rising 3,077 meters above sea level, Mount Emei holds great historical significance as one of China's four holy lands of Buddhism. The focal point of this enchanting image is the colossal 48-meter golden statue representing Bodhisattva Samantabhadra. Legend has it that Samantabhadra once visited this mountain astride a six-tusked elephant and is revered as its patron deity. Mount Emei holds even greater importance as it was here that Buddhism first took root in China during the 1st century CE through India's Silk Road. The first Buddhist temple ever built in China can still be found at this sacred location. This photograph not only showcases Chinese culture but also highlights elements such as animal representation and intricate architectural design. It serves as a testament to both human creativity and devotion to spiritual beliefs. Immerse yourself in the serenity captured within this image – an ancient shrine nestled amidst nature's grandeur. Let your imagination wander among these hallowed grounds where history meets divinity under a canopy of twinkling stars.
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