The Most Holy Cities For Buddhism

The Most Holy Cities For Buddhism


Here’s a list of cities regarded as sacred to Buddhism.

Buddhism is the 4^th largest religion in the world. This religion and philosophy originated in the Indian subcontinent and spread throughout South, Southeast and East Asia. Beliefs and practices of this oriental religion were largely based on the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama more commonly known as the Buddha or "the enlightened one". 

Gaya/Bodh Gaya, India

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The City of Gaya in Bodhgaya, India is one of the holiest cities to Buddhism. The Mahabodhi Temple, which is located in the city, is believed to be the tree under which the Buddha attained enlightenment. This historic temple is the world’s number one pilgrimage site of Buddhism. The city is also sacred to Hinduism.

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World's Most Popular Cocktails And Their Ingredients

World's Most Popular Cocktails And Their Ingredients

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100+ Interesting And Controversial Facts About Napoleon Bonaparte

100+ Interesting And Controversial Facts About Napoleon Bonaparte

Here are some of the most interesting facts about Napoleon Bonaparte.

Napoleon Bonaparte is one of the most popular and controversial conquerors in the world. His intriguing and colorful personal life and political life made him one of the most popular figures all over the world.

1.) Napoleon Bonaparte was born on August 15, 1769 in the island of Corsica and died in May 5, 1821 at the age of 51.

2.) Autopsy report concluded that Napoleon died of stomach cancer but some scientists believed he was poisoned with arsenic.

3.) Forensic samples of Napoleon’s hair did show high levels which is 13 times the normal amount of the element.

4.) Napoleon was one of the greatest military commanders in history. Oftentimes portrayed as a power hungry conqueror, this strong and ambitious man is indeed one of the greatest.

5.) Before going any further, maybe you would like to know one of the darkest secrets of Napoleon Bonaparte – this great man suffered from hemorrhoids – a condition which is highly considered disgusting during his days.

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6.) Napoleon’s legal reform, the Napoleonic Code, was influential on many civil laws jurisdictions worldwide.

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100 Interesting Facts About Temujin or Genghis Khan

100 Interesting Facts About Temujin or Genghis Khan

Don’t make him angry. You’ll never like him when he’s angry!!!

Who is Temujin? Some people consider him one of the worst conquerors to have ever lived. He is hated by many for the hundreds of thousands of people who were killed during his time. Is he really bad? Do we really have to hate him?

Check this out to find out and be the judge. 

1.) Temujin is known in world history as “Genghis Khan. His real name is Borjigin Temujin.

2.) Temüjin was named after a Tatar chieftain whom his father had captured. The name also suggests that they may have been descended from a family of blacksmiths

3.) Physically, Genghis is described as tall, long-bearded, red-haired and bluish-green-eyed.

4.) Kublai Khan, his grand child who ruled China, did not inherit his red hair.

5.) He was probably born in 1162 in Khentii Mountains and died in 1227 CE or Common Era at the age of 65.

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6.) Temujin was born with a blood clot grasped in his fist, a traditional sign that he was destined to become a great leader.

7.) He was the third-oldest son of his father who is a minor tribal chief and the oldest son of Hoelun his mother.

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Amazing Facts About The Ear, Teeth And Tongue

Amazing Facts About The Ear, Teeth And Tongue

Here’s a list of some of the most amazing and interesting facts about the human tongue, teeth and ear.

Tongue

1.) The human tongue has 3,000 taste buds. Each of these buds has a sensory nerve connected with the brain that carries impulses which the brain interprets and passes judgment.

2.) Including the surface of the throat and the roof of the mouth, a person has about 9,000 taste buds.

3.) In relation to size, the tongue is the strongest muscle in our body.

4.) The tongue gives some indication of the presence of certain disorders elsewhere in the body.

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5.) The tongue of a healthy person is pink. It is white if there is a thin film of bacteria on it.

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