An Analytical study on the Development of Buddhist Pilgrimage Sites
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.31305/rrijm2023.v03.n01.003Keywords:
Buddhist pilgrimage, temples, spiritual, culturalAbstract
Buddhist pilgrimage sites have been growing for millennia, and they are still changing in the current era. Buddhists visit these locations, which are revered as holy spaces, to pay respects, reaffirm their beliefs, and seek enlightenment. These places' evolution over time has been influenced by regional cultures, resources, and historical events. The process has frequently involved the building of temples, monasteries, and other buildings, as well as the production of Buddhist-related cultural and artistic works. Governments and corporate organisations have devoted a lot of money to promoting and enhancing these sites in recent years since they have grown to be significant components of tourism. Over commercialization and the effect of tourism on the spiritual and cultural significance of these monuments are also issues, though. As a result, when developing Buddhist pilgrimage sites, it is important to strike a balance between the needs of the tourism sector and reverence for the holy and cultural traditions of these locations.
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