This scene, captured in the garden of the Van Duc pagoda in Hoi An, embodies an atmosphere of peace and introspection. At the heart of this harmonious composition is a small white statue of a young monk seated, hands clasped, facing right. It sits delicately on a rock, surrounded by shrubs, carefully trimmed conifers and tall rock formations sculpted by time.
The background reveals a building with bright yellow walls, topped by a roof adorned with red and blue decorations typical of Vietnamese Buddhist architecture. The lush vegetation seems to absorb the noise of the world, leaving only the sound of birdsong and the gentle breeze in the branches.
The balance between the natural elements - rocks, trees, grass - and the spiritual symbols creates a space conducive to meditation. There is a strong link between nature and the sacred, inviting visitors to slow down, observe and contemplate. Every detail, from the posture of the monk to the arrangement of the stones, seems to invite a moment of presence and inner silence.
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