Reclining Buddha Represents Nirvana on Mount Phousi in Luang Prabang, Laos - Encircle Photos

10 Reclining Buddha Represents Nirvana on Mount Phousi in Luang Prabang, Laos

This gilded reclining Buddha at Wat Tham Phousi is at the midway point up the summit of Mount Phousi. This resting position represents the Buddha during his final illness just before attaining Nirvana. He is typically shown with his head on a pillow supported by his right hand with a facial expression of contentment and inner peace for reaching Enlightenment.

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Reclining Buddha Represents Nirvana on Mount Phousi in Luang Prabang, Laos

Wat Tham Phousi, Mount Phousi, Luang Prabang, Laos

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