Buddha's Birthday 2016

This year, Shao Shan Temple 
celebrated Buddha's Birthday on Memorial Day weekend.

The grounds were decorated with brightly colored flags and fragrant lilacs.  

To the sound of bells, drums and conchs, a procession wound its way through the red pines.

Inside the temple, a gently twirling golden parasol 

hung above a flower pagoda enshrining a baby buddha statue.

Amidst pali chanting, each person offered sweet tea to the baby buddha. 

Thanks to all who joined together in creating this 

joyous celebration of Buddha's Birth!