The Golden temple of the Republic of Kalmykia in Elista

Elista - the capital of the Republic of Kalmykia. And who would have thought, but it is actively advancing the ideas of Buddhism. Anyway - Kalmykia is Europe's only region of traditional spread the Tibetan form of Buddhism. Well, the most important and a really beautiful temple, called "Zolota obitel Buddha Shakyamuni" is located in the centre of Elista.

Around the perimeter of the temple building surrounded by a fence with alternating every five meters of white stupas. Just around the Khurul 108 stupas. Southern gate Golden abode are the main. Just within the walls of the temple has four entrances, which are located at the four corners of the earth. The building is surrounded by 17 pagodas with statues of the great Buddhist teachers of Nalanda.

It is a beautiful place that I recommend you visit, if you suddenly find yourself in Elista. Here you can make beautiful pictures and to tie on the hand the thread that will bring you what you wish. Buddhists are easy to relate to photography, so no you will not have to drive with the camera. The only thing inside, you will be asked to withdraw and keep quiet. Oh, and don't forget to remove your shoes at the entrance - inside, they need to be barefoot.