Now you’re in China! Just reading your first impression brings my memories of it back. I too, was suprised at the time (1997) that Buddhism was alive and well. I remember visiting the underground city in Beijing where there is a huge cavern under Tian-an-men Square. There I saw the biggest statue of Kwan-Yin i have ever seen. It was part of a well used shrine, there were lots of offerings around it. It really is good to follow your progress.
Dear Rev Mugo,
I’m in your footsteps. What a wonderful guide. Best wishes.
Now you’re in China! Just reading your first impression brings my memories of it back. I too, was suprised at the time (1997) that Buddhism was alive and well. I remember visiting the underground city in Beijing where there is a huge cavern under Tian-an-men Square. There I saw the biggest statue of Kwan-Yin i have ever seen. It was part of a well used shrine, there were lots of offerings around it.
It really is good to follow your progress.
Nice to see your photo Walter! I am writing this at Narita during a stop over before flying to Taipei in just 45 Mins.