India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to Sri Lanka's sacred Buddhist tree on Sunday before wrapping up a state ...

The tree, botanical name ficus religiosa, is worshipped daily by thousands as a symbol of the "living Buddha", its branches ...

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to Sri Lanka's sacred Buddhist tree on Sunday before wrapping up a state visit during which he secured defence and energy deals. Modi offered ...

One of the greatest examples of cultural sharing in the world, is the spread of Buddhism from India to Sri Lanka. The Island ...

The tree, botanical name ficus religiosa, is worshipped daily by thousands as a symbol of the "living Buddha", its branches propped up by gold-plated iron supports. The tree is guarded around the ...