Pulau Tikus

March 13th, 2008 at 21:50 · Filed Under Buddhism, Holidays, Malaysia, Penang, Photography, Scenery · Comment 

Pulau Tikus (Rat Island) is neither an island nor an area infested by rats. It is a name of a place on Penang Island which is said to be named after the actual Pulau Tikus Isle. Despite of its name, it is one of the upper class neighborhood with many mansions, bungalows and colonial buildings, and many high-end condominiums such as those along Gurney Drive.

We went to the Burmese and Siamese Buddhist Temples in Pulau Tikus after visiting Kek Lok Si. Although it is one of the tourist spots, one still can find serenity at both temples comparing to Kek Lok Si. These photos are taken at the Siamese Buddhist Temple which is situated directly opposite of the Burmese Buddhist Temple.


Two high-end condominiums in the background.


The two guardians outside of the temple.


The sleeping Buddha.

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I am a buddhist

January 25th, 2008 at 20:10 · Filed Under Buddhism · Comment 

I am a buddhist. And my family are buddhists. Although I regard buddhism as a philosophy and education system, my family and I are true buddhists. The beauty of buddhism is that it is a peaceful religion and away from politics.

I am very comfortable with the buddhism I am following now and there is no need to change my religion. And I will never change to other religion.

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