This friendly Monk is asking me where I'm from as he "beats the sins" out of me with bamboo sticks. He spoke a little English and asked me my name and where I was from. It may have been my imagination but it seemed like he hit harder after I said I was from America. I wish I had taken video of this because he hits your back in a rythm that is almost musical and watching it was so interesting I decided I would have to experience it myself. Yes, it actually does hurt. I'm so stupid, I should have sent one of my kids up there!!

You couldn't take pictures inside but I'm standing in front of a large reclining buddha. The buddha in this state, represents the moment of death when he achieves Nirvana. The serene look, the relaxed pose, and the head resting in one hand all reflect the peaceful moment when one achieves the highest state of being.

This is a rotating piece that depicts buddha with each animal of the chinese zodiac. The kids enjoyed finding their zodiac symbol.