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Seeking Buddha in Gujarat

Known more for Hindu and Jain religious places, Gujarat is now hoping to play host to Buddhist pilgrims too.  Gujarat is a treasure trove of remains of Buddhist establishments  [Credit: The Hindu] While in January this year, Chief Minister Narendra...
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Buddhabrot - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Buddhabrot - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia | Science News | Scoop.it

The Buddhabrot is a map related to the Mandelbrot set. Its name reflects its similarity to classical depictions of Gautama Buddha, seated in a meditation pose with a forehead mark (tikka) and traditional topknot (ushnisha).

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Experts see Buddha history under mound

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Archaeologists seem to have discovered one more missing link in the journey of Gautam Buddha from Patliputra to Bodhgaya.

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Search for the Buddha's maternal home

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Nepal's Department of Archaeology (DoA) and Lumbini Development Trust (LDT) in unison are trying to ascertain whether Lumbini-based Devdaha was the maternal home of Gautam Buddha.

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