In Leverett, Massachusetts there is a spot on top of a mountain that brings many a visitor. It is known as the Peace Pagoda . A large white concrete pagoda, the Peace Pagoda sits on land that is the home to a community of Buddhist nuns and monks. Several times a year, Roger and I take the hike to the Pagoda. It is amazing just how calming the journey is. These are pictures of our most recent visit. The pictures are a journey unto themselves. Enjoy! The pilgrimage begins On the Path At the top of the mountain, we come to the Peace Pagoda Stopa between Pagoda and new temple New temple under construction (Old temple was destroyed in a fire several years ago) About the new temple As you travel around the Pagoda, there are four separate statues of Buddha Repeating patterns around the Pagoda The lily pond with remains of old temple Stone bridge and prayer flags Reflection of prayer flags in lily pond Everywhere there is beauty to be seen Quite moments among t...
