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17 languages provide subtitles for a film that won multiple awards, including the Award of Excellence at the Canada International Film Festival.
Bhutan is the first carbon negative country in the world, with over 70% of its land covered in forest.
About 35 residents live in Darwin, California, a remote desert town where personal stories reveal struggles with isolation and the challenges of building connections.
The Vietnam War lasted for 20 years, beginning in 1955, and was marked by significant events like the Tet Offensive and widespread anti-war protests.
Mao Zedong was born on December 26, 1893, in Shaoshan, Hunan province, where he grew up in a family of poverty-stricken farmers.
China's rule over Tibet faces scrutiny as the Communist regime's control over the region's Buddhist population and the Dalai Lama's succession is examined.
A 104-carat sapphire, once owned by numerous figures, now resides in the British crown after being mined in Sri Lanka's gem-rich Ratnapura region.
380 euros are paid for about 2,000 fish to save them from being slaughtered, allowing them to live in a monastery pond in Bhutan's subtropical south.
Hinduism has its origins in the Indus Valley about 1500 years before the birth of Christ, influenced by the cultural synthesis of nomadic Aryans and indigenous peoples.
A crowd of thousands gathers at the Hamish monastery for the Naropa festival, which occurs only once every 12 years to honor the teachings of Naropa.
Pilgrims have traveled to Varanasi for more than 2,500 years to bathe in the Ganges, a river considered sacred in Hinduism.
The Mekong River, the world's tenth longest at 4,350 kilometers, flows through Laos, shaping the lives of its six million inhabitants.
Buddhism, founded by Siddhartha Gautama, now has around 500 million followers worldwide, making it the fourth largest religion.
Japan's history includes the Jomon period, which dates back to 10,000 BC, when nomadic hunter-gatherers first inhabited the islands.
Saruul Fischer returns to Mongolia twice a year, feeling overwhelming joy each time she arrives in her homeland after living in East Germany.
An estimated 30 to 50 million people died during the Great Leap Forward due to famine and political purges under Mao Zedong's leadership.
The Angkor site spans about 230 square kilometers and includes hundreds of temples that served as the capital of the Khmer Empire from the ninth to the fifteenth century.
Three families in a village on Inle Lake eat rice and vegetables together each morning before heading out to work in the fields and on the water.
China, a 20-year-old gemology student, travels to Ratnapura, the city of gems, to learn about sapphires and rubies from local miners.
700 a.m. marks the start of a busy day for families on Inle Lake, where farmers tend to their floating gardens and fishermen head out to work.
Two brothers fled Tibet 30 years ago, one killed in an ambush, while the other now returns to his homeland after decades in exile.
Three million people inhabit the Tibet Autonomous Region, an area almost the size of Western Europe, where ancient traditions meet modern change.
Over 125 minutes, the film features interviews with prominent spiritual leaders, scientists, and scholars discussing the evolution of Eastern spirituality in the U.S.
Yoga's rise in the West has transformed ancient concepts like nirvana and karma into mainstream terms, reflecting a cultural shift towards spiritual and physical renewal.
Ashin Wirathu's rise in Myanmar exemplifies the troubling blend of Buddhist nationalism and religious extremism, leading to increased ethnic violence and persecution.
Mustang, Nepal, is home to the Kali Gandaki river, the deepest river gorge in the world, where the bond between people and horses remains vital.
In the Himalayan region of Ladakh, Tibetan pilgrims undertake a three-day prostration pilgrimage guided by a revered Lama, showcasing their spiritual devotion.
Every Tuesday, Hindus pay tribute to Hanuman, the monkey god, who symbolizes strength and protection in their religious practices.
Buddhist monks in Thailand face scandals that challenge their revered status in society.
Bangkok is a mythical city featuring the Royal Palace and Wat Phra Keo along the Chao Phraya River.
Buddhism began when a blue-skinned man came down from the sky, suggesting alien influences.
China's government is cracking down on Buddhism, demolishing statues and temples nationwide.
Thousands of dalits in India are converting to Christianity to escape oppression, prompting backlash from the ruling Hindu nationalist party in Gujarat.
Plans for 55 dams along the Mekong River threaten to alter the lives of over 60 million people who depend on its waters for transport and food.
On June 24th, the festival of St. John marks the summer solstice in Ibiza, celebrated with traditional bonfires and local festivities.
177,000 monks were killed during a purge in 1937 as the Soviet regime sought to eliminate Buddhism in Mongolia.
One Abbot teaches young boys like Sam Muen a strict form of Buddhism in Thailand.
Luangprabang, a city in Laos, showcases its rich cultural heritage through its traditional architecture and the lives of young Buddhists amidst historical revitalization.
Since 2004, targeted killings of monks in southern Thailand have intensified tensions between Muslim separatists and the ruling Buddhist authorities.
Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche leads the Shambhala Buddhist tradition, promoting mindfulness and compassion.
At an altitude of more than 2,200 meters, pilgrims ring a bell at a holy site, marking their visits and deepening their faith.
Thailand crowns King Maha Vajiralongkorn in elaborate ceremonies in Bangkok.
Buryatian Buddhists revive their faith in South Eastern Siberia after Soviet repression.
A temple in Thailand can accommodate 300,000 followers, offering a blend of meditation and financial promises that challenge traditional Buddhist teachings.
More than 70% of Bhutanese still have no electricity, yet the country embraces a unique focus on Gross National Happiness as it opens to the world.
Close to 4,000 Japanese Christians died at Unzen Joku, a site of brutal persecution, as their faith faced severe repression in the 17th century.
The Leshan Giant Buddha in China is a revered ancient site carved from Mount Emei.
Ladakh in Kashmir highlights Tibetan culture and Buddhist meditation practices today.
