Destinations
Germany: Cologne
In a nutshell...
All roads in Cologne lead to its two-towered cathedral which reaches 157 metres into the sky and is visible from almost everywhere in the city. Construction took 632 years to finish, and it is one of the most celebrated architectural monuments in Germany today.
Cologne is distinguished from other German cities because of the 12 Roman churches that can be found within its medieval walls. From Gross St. Martin in the heart of the old town, to Ste. Maria, the largest of the Roman churches, built over the foundations of a Roman temple, St Gereon, surrounded by greenery and St Andreas, constructed on the ancient Roman wall.
Cologne wouldn’t have its reputation if it weren’t for the Rhine and the numerous romantic walks that tourists can take along its banks. While in the neighbourhood, take the opportunity to visit the irresistible chocolate museum and the German sports museum, both situated on the river banks.
Cologne : Events
Exhibitions and Tours - Society & Civilization
"The Art of Esoteric Buddhism"
"Kunst des esoterischen Buddhismus" From Saturday, May 10 2008 to Sunday, November 30 2008
Chinese buddhism in Japan...
Alongside schools of buddhism that have gained international recognition, such as Amida and Zen buddhism, the secret theory of Shingon esoteric buddhism is probably the most important to Japanese culture.
This branch of buddhism is a practice in which ritualisation plays a central role, and was imported into Japan by Kûkai, a Chinese scholar and priest.
Esoteric buddhism (also known as tantric/Vajrayana buddhism) is ultimately meant to lead to enlightenment through ritual formulations (Mantras), hand-signs, specific gestures (Mûdras), and focusing the mind. It found numerous adepts in Japanese aristocracy during th Heian period (794-1185).
The exhibition will explore this form of buddhism through paintings and sculptures from the Museum's collection. In addition, a private piece will be on display: an amulet designed and crafted by the famed priest Shingon Hôzan Tankai (1629 - 1719), given to shogun Tokugawa Ienobu (1662 - 1712).
From Saturday 10 May to Sunday 30 November 2008 :
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 to 17:00
- Thursday from 11:00 to 20:00
Admission prices :
- Full price : 4.2 €
- Reduced price : 2.6 €
Alongside schools of buddhism that have gained international recognition, such as Amida and Zen buddhism, the secret theory of Shingon esoteric buddhism is probably the most important to Japanese culture.
This branch of buddhism is a practice in which ritualisation plays a central role, and was imported into Japan by Kûkai, a Chinese scholar and priest.
Esoteric buddhism (also known as tantric/Vajrayana buddhism) is ultimately meant to lead to enlightenment through ritual formulations (Mantras), hand-signs, specific gestures (Mûdras), and focusing the mind. It found numerous adepts in Japanese aristocracy during th Heian period (794-1185).
The exhibition will explore this form of buddhism through paintings and sculptures from the Museum's collection. In addition, a private piece will be on display: an amulet designed and crafted by the famed priest Shingon Hôzan Tankai (1629 - 1719), given to shogun Tokugawa Ienobu (1662 - 1712).
From Saturday 10 May to Sunday 30 November 2008 :
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 to 17:00
- Thursday from 11:00 to 20:00
Admission prices :
- Full price : 4.2 €
- Reduced price : 2.6 €
MUSEE D ART ASIATIQUE
Universitätsstrasse 100
COLOGNE 50674
00 49 221 940 51 80
00 49 221 40 72 90
