Mandala is a Sanskrit word meaning circle . Mandalas are symbols of the Universe and its energy. Tibetan monks create these archetypal templates to remind us of the cycle of life and death. A Mandala has many layers of meaning, such as cosmic diagrams and support for meditation. Over the past Decade, Tibetan Art has become a part of the western cultural landscape. Periodically the Dalai Lama and ...

Mandala Sand Painting Photo Gallery Click on an image for a larger view. Sizes range from 45k to 90k - the center image is 306k. Photography by Nancy Jane Reid Digital imaging by Don Lashier Back to Sand Cam ...

Buddhist monks preparing mandalas in New Zealand ...