World Peace Pagoda
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The World Peace Pagoda, locally known as Shanti Stupa, is a prominent Buddhist monument situated on Anadu Hill in Pokhara, Nepal. Built under the guidance of Nichidatsu Fujii and led by monk Morioka Sonin with local support, it stands as a symbol of global peace. The pagoda, completed in 1999 after overcoming governmental opposition, is 115 feet tall and 344 feet in diameter, featuring two tiers for visitors to circumambulate. The second tier displays four significant Buddha statues representing key events in his life, gifted from Japan, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Nepal. At the pinnacle, a golden gajur topped with a crystal stone symbolizes intellect and grace. The site offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Annapurna mountain range, Pokhara city, and Fewa Lake. Daily Buddhist rituals and important lunar calendar pujas take place in the nearby Dhamma hall, making it both a spiritual and tourist attraction. Visitors are allowed photography but video recording is restricted without prior permission.
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Tip: The best time to visit the World Peace Pagoda is during the early morning or late afternoon to enjoy stunning views and cooler weather. Visitors should consider purchasing tickets in advance if planning to film videos, as video recording requires a special permit. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended due to the hilltop location. Avoid filming TikTok videos as they are specifically prohibited. The pagoda is accessible by a hike or vehicle, but the walking trail offers a rewarding experience.
Zajímavosti
- •The World Peace Pagoda in Pokhara is one of only two peace pagodas in Nepal, the other being in Lumbini, the birthplace of Buddha.
- •It is the seventy-first peace pagoda constructed worldwide by the Nipponzan-Myōhōji order.
- •The golden pinnacle (gajur) of the pagoda holds a crystal stone from Sri Lanka symbolizing intellect and grace.
- •Video recording at the pagoda requires a permit and is subject to a fee; TikTok videos are specifically prohibited.
- •The four Buddha statues on the second tier represent significant events in Buddha’s life and were gifts from different countries.
Historie
The foundation stone of the World Peace Pagoda was laid on 12 September 1973 by Nichidatsu Fujii, incorporating Buddha relics.
Despite initial construction starting soon after, the Nepalese government halted progress citing security concerns, leading to an 18-year delay.
The pagoda's construction resumed in 1992 with political support and was completed in 1999.
It is the first World Peace Pagoda in Nepal and the seventy-first built worldwide by the Nipponzan-Myōhōji Buddhist order.
The site honors local contributors who supported its establishment, including Min Bahadur Gurung, whose land donation is commemorated by a statue at the site.
Průvodce po místě
Main Pagoda Structure1999
A 115-foot tall white stupa with two circumambulatory tiers. The second tier houses four Buddha statues symbolizing key events in Buddha’s life, each gifted by a different country. The golden gajur at the top is adorned with a crystal stone from Sri Lanka.
Dhamma Hall
Located near the pagoda, this hall contains a Buddha statue and serves as the venue for daily Buddhist rituals and large pujas on important lunar dates.
Statue of Min Bahadur Gurung
A statue honoring the first elected deputy defense minister who donated the land for the pagoda’s construction.