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Sulaiman-Too Sacred Mountain
The Holy Mountain of Suleiman-To, Kyrgyzstan, is located in the Fergana Valley, the backdrop of the city of Osh, at the crossroads of an important route of the Silk Road in Central Asia. For more than 1,500 years, Suleiman has been a beacon for travelers and is revered as a holy mountain. Its five peaks and slopes are home to many ancient places of worship and caves with petroglyphs, as well as two largely reconstructed 16th-century mosques. So far, 101 petroglyph sites have been inscribed on the heritage list, representing humans and animals as well as geometric shapes. The site has 17 places of worship, many of which are still in use and many of which have ceased to be used. These places of worship are scattered around the peaks and connected by footpaths. These places of worship are believed to cure anemia, headaches and backaches, and to grant blessings of longevity. The worship of this mountain is a blend of pre-Islamic and Islamic beliefs. The site is believed to be the most complete example of a holy mountain in Central Asia, and people have worshipped it for thousands of years.
Shrines and Temples of Nikko
Nikko's shrines and temples and their natural surroundings have been sacred sites for centuries, renowned for their architectural and decorative masterpieces. They are closely linked to the history of the Tokugawa Shogunate.
Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara
Nara served as Japan's capital from 710 to 784. During this period, the national government framework was consolidated and Nara flourished, becoming the cradle of Japanese culture. The city's historic monuments - excavated remains of Buddhist temples, shrines and the Imperial Palace - provide a vivid glimpse into life in Japan's capital in the 8th century, a period of profound political and cultural change.
Jade Buddha Temple
The predecessor of Jade Buddha Temple was "Fa Zang Temple", which was built between Zhou and Sui Dynasty (about 557-581 AD) and destroyed in the early years of the Republic of China in the late Qing Dynasty. In August 2003, the Tianjin Religious Affairs Administration approved the restoration and reconstruction of the temple. In May 2010, it was completed and opened to the public, and was renamed "Jade Buddha Temple". The temple covers an area of 400 acres. From south to north on the main axis, there are the mountain gate, Heavenly King Hall, Mahavira Hall and Reclining Buddha Hall. On the east side are Manjusri Hall, Guanyin Hall and Guest Hall, and on the west side are Samantabhadra Hall, Ksitigarbha Hall and Logistics Distribution Center. The halls are connected by corridors. The architecture is magnificent, simple and elegant, ecologically harmonious, with strong Buddhist colors and pleasing ethnic folk colors. The biggest feature of the temple is that it enshrines more than 10,000 Burmese jade Buddha statues. The reclining Buddha statue enshrined in the Reclining Buddha Hall is 7 meters long, 3 meters high and weighs 25 tons. It is carved from a piece of natural jade. The jade is warm, the color is elegant, and the carving is exquisite. It is a treasure on earth. Since its opening, the temple has become increasingly popular and has become an important Buddhist activity site and Buddhist tourist area in Tianjin, Beijing and even North China.