Buddhism transformed China—and China transformed Buddhism. Trace the religion's journey from India through the Silk Road, its absorption into Chinese culture, and the unique traditions it created.
Chinese Buddhism, blending Indian teachings with Chinese philosophy, gave rise to Chan (Zen) Buddhism, Shaolin martial arts, and the serene aesthetic of rock gardens. It has shaped Chinese culture, ar
Chinese Buddhist temples, from the White Horse Temple to the gilded halls of Songyue and Shaolin, embody 2,000 years of sacred architecture that balances cosmological symbolism, imperial authority, an