boudhanath Temple Dimensions: Length: 194.9 mm (7.7 inches) Width: 194.5 mm (7.7 inches) Height: 84.0 mm (3.3 inches) scale: 1:500.0 Material: white PLA (plastic) The Boudhanath Stupa, located on the eastern outskirts of Kathmandu, Nepal, stands as one of the largest and most significant Buddhist stupas in the world. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it has long been a center of pilgrimage, meditation, and devotion for Tibetan Buddhists and travelers alike. Believed to have been originally constructed in the 5th century, the stupa rises from a massive mandala base and is crowned by a towering white dome and a gilded spire. Atop the spire, the all-seeing eyes of the Buddha gaze out in the four cardinal directions, symbolizing awareness and compassion. Rebuilt and restored multiple times due to natural disasters and age, including major repairs after the 2015 earthquake, the Boudhanath Stupa continues to embody the resilience of Nepalese culture and the enduring power of spiritual tradition. Its harmonious geometry and rich symbolism make it not just an architectural marvel, but also a profound expression of Buddhist cosmology and peace. Made in collaboration with the Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired. A portion of proceeds supports educational programs for blind and visually impaired youth. Perfect for: Educational tools for teachers and students Office desk decor for history buffs A unique gift for collectors of memorabilia and architectural model enthusiasts This model was originally built for blind people to help them experience aspects of a building which otherwise cannot be touched
