Hindu temple in Matale, Sri Lanka
These last few weeks were spent in Oman, UAE and Sri Lanka. The ancient traditions—Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist—are deep and leave me feeling humbly outside a true understanding of these profound songlines. The eyes take it in, but they are just the first step in truly seeing.
Here are just a few images from this most recent journey.
Buddha in the caves at Dambulla, Sri Lanka
Gal Vihara Buddha, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka
Sita Eliya Temple, Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka. According to legend, this temple marks the spot where Sita (from the Ramayana) was held captive by her abductor, King Ravana. Some claim this is the only Sita temple in the world.
Cave sanctuary at Dambulla
Wall paintings, Dambulla, Sri Lanka
Reclining Buddha, Dambulla, Sri Lanka
Buddha’s feet, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka
Botantically-inspired columns, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka
Monks at Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka
Ancient hilltop settlement, Oman
Smuggler’s Cove, Oman
Deborah —
Wow! thanks for these beautiful, silent-but-eloquent images from your trip.
Thanks so much!
So well said Deborah, “the eyes take it is but are the first step” in true vision. Can’t wait to speak to you of this further. Such wonderful vistas, when different energies guided us…..