Being one of the few monasteries dedicated to Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva, The 500 Lohan Temple is a popular tourist destination and a place of worship located in Indonesia.
Overview
Located on the island of Binta, in Tg Pinang, Indonesia, the monastery is dedicated to the Buddhist Bodhisattva. Visiting the ‘Vihara’ will certainly be an exciting experience since it boasts splendid architecture and it is filled with a myriad of sculptures – The 500 Arahats; the statues of enlightened ones who are fabled to be Lord Buddha ‘s followers.
Things to do
The monastery offers its visitors a tranquil ambiance which is ideal for meditation and to relax their minds. The monastery is also an Instagram worthy destination where you can take breathtaking photos of the temple’s surrounding and the sculptures.
The island of Bintan
Bintan is an island located in the archipelago of Riau of Indonesia and it was a busy trading post on the route between India and China during the ancient times. Today the island is a popular tourist destination and it houses a myriad of attractions such as pristine beaches and monumental temples.
Getting there
You can get to these islands by a ferry from the mainland and once you reach the island, you can reach your desired destination by cycle or a motorbike which you can easily rent almost anywhere on the island. You can plan your stay in any of the resorts located close to the temple, the likes of The Residence Bintan by Cenizaro where you can also enjoy the best of Bintan hotel dining.
Intrigued by history, art and food, Lavinia Woolf is a writer who is passionate about the extraordinary and writes of the exhilarating and enchanting. Google+
