A glass bottom cable car delivered us 3.5 miles, the longest cable car ride in Asia, to the top of the mountain of the Po Lin Monastery where the Tian Tan Buddha presides.
The 98 ft tall Buddha overlooks the spectacular mountain views with his giant hand raised delivering a blessing to all. Millions of visitors visit the Buddha to light incense, say prayers, and make wishes. It is not a simple task as there are 268 steps to reach the base of the Buddha.
Part of the Buddhist belief is to live in the “now;” something I’m just learning myself—mostly from Dave and how he lived his life.
This amazing spiritual place was another perfect spot to spread Dave’s ashes. I sprinkled his ashes onto the mountainside in the lovely flowers below and made my wishes.
This was the last place in China where I sprinkled Dave’s ashes. As the plane heads home for our 15 hour flight, I feel sad leaving Dave behind once again. But part of me smiles knowing that Dave would think how cool it was that a little bit of him rests in such fantastic places in China.
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