There are places in Bengal where time seems to pause where silence itself becomes sacred, and the heart fills with a deep, unspoken peace.One such place is the 100-foot Reclining Lion Posture Gautama Buddha Statue.
The very first sight of it feels as if history, spirituality, and beauty stand together in serene harmony.
When the enormous reclining Buddha statue first appears from a distance, it feels as though the Blessed One himself rests gently upon the lap of the hills.Bathed in sunlight, his calm and peaceful expression glows with golden radiance it seems as if the noise of the whole world has stilled in that single moment.All around, there’s only the whisper of the wind, the rustle of leaves, and the distant song of birds a tranquil scene that touches the soul.
The 100-foot-long Reclining Lion Posture Buddha statue is not just a religious symbol it is a masterpiece of architectural art.Every feature is crafted with precision the serene eyes, the graceful hands, the divine posture all reflect the devotion and craftsmanship of the sculptors.Though made of stone and concrete, the statue seems alive as if the Buddha himself is resting peacefully in Mahaparinirvana.
The environment surrounding the statue is deeply meditative.Sitting there for a few moments, one can feel the mind gradually calming down.The burdens of life, the chaos of the world everything feels lighter.As I closed my eyes, I could almost sense the compassionate gaze of Lord Buddha resting upon me.
| Picture from behind the statue |
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| Picture from behind the statue |
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The term Lion Posture itself carries profound meaning.It is the posture in which Gautama Buddha attained Mahaparinirvana the eternal state of peace beyond suffering. Standing before this statue, people do not merely see an image they seek tranquility amidst life’s restlessness.It is a silent celebration of self-purification and spiritual awakening.
| 100 feet lion bed Gautama Buddha statue |
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From the base of the statue to the top, the path is lined with small stupas, prayer bells, and the gentle fragrance of incense.Visitors from different countries come here some bow in prayer, some capture the moment in photos, and others simply sit in quiet reflection.As I walked slowly along the path, each step seemed to lead me closer to inner peace.For a fleeting moment, I felt that all the sorrows of the world had faded away before the Buddha’s serene face.
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As the sun began to set in the west, the statue glowed in hues of crimson and gold.It felt as though the Buddha himself was shining with celestial light a living embodiment of peace and compassion.That moment was so breathtakingly beautiful that tears welled up in my eyes without my knowing.To witness the 100-foot Reclining Lion Posture Gautama Buddha Statue is not merely to see a sculpture it is to embark on a journey within.
| Pictures of my sister and my unty |
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Here, one realizes that true strength lies in peace,
and compassion and patience are the purest forms of humanity.This sacred place allows every visitor to find their inner light just as I found mine that golden afternoon,standing before the tranquil face of the Enlightened One.If you have not yet visited this place, you truly must.You will realize that you have not just seen a statue you have touched the essence of Nirvana’s serenity.
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