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Discover the hidden treasures of Hungary: the Peace Stupa of Zalaszántó — PHOTOS
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One of the largest stupas in Europe is located near the north-western side of Lake Balaton, in Zalaszántó. The monumental Buddhist statue stands out in the Balaton Uplands. Beautiful views, exotic incense burners, colourful prayer flags, and a variety of programs await visitors in the consecrated place.
The Stupa of Zalaszántó is 30 metres high and 24 metres in diameter. This makes it one of the largest buildings of its kind on the continent. The building is located on the 316-metre-high Világosvár Hill, not far from the north-western corner of Lake Balaton.
The Buddhist stupa is a symbol of peace.
Accordingly, colourful prayer flags are everywhere around the building, mantra music is played, and the smell of incense circulates in the air. The Zalaszántó Peace Stupa is located in the mountain’s Human Rights Park. The idea for the building comes from South Korean Buddhist monk Bop Jon. His goal is to build a Buddha shrine symbolising peace, happiness, and enlightenment in a transition country. The building was built from donations from South Korea, Hungary, and Austria between March and September 1992.
