Video: Morning at Bouddhanath Stupa
Video: Bouddhanath Stupa Prostrations
Early morning finds monks and everyday people circling Bouddhanath Stupa in prayer–walking, counting beads, spinning wheels, sometimes even prostrating themselves every step of the way. Bouddhanath is the heart of Tibetan Buddhism in Nepal and is a peaceful haven amidst the city’s chaos. Stupa architecture reflects Buddhist teachings about the transition from earth (form) to wind/ether (formless) while vibrant flags catch the breeze and send prayers off into the world. The captivating eyes of the Buddha gaze out over the community. People old and young chant in endless devotion.