Land Of Enlightenment

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Channel: Films Division · 2013 · Film & Animation

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Director: Mohan N.Wadhwani
Year: 1953

This film follows the route of a Chinese pilgrim through Bihar, the`Land of Enlightenment' where Buddha was born. This was once a greatcentre of learning and worship for students from Central Asia, China,Burma aand Ceylon. Every pillar, arch, and relic from sarnath, Sonepurand Patna, Nalanda and Vaishali, Pavapuri and Bodh Gaya to Rajigir,recalls something of the spirit and message of Sakyamuni to devoutpilgrims.

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