Statues of The Buddha and revered monks are often covered by gold and silver leaf as a sign of loving adoration. The patterns the hundreds of followers leaf on the surfaces of the Buddhas are a record of the love and respect.
The foot of the Buddha is sacred.
The gold and silver leaf is applied to all surfaces of the statues. I walked behind a line of Buddhas and discovered marvelous patterns and forms. Enjoy the slide show that follows.
