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A skull fragment believed to belong to the Buddha was discovered in 2008 within a gold mini-stupa at Qixia Temple in Nanjing, China, and is now enshrined as a major Buddhist relic.
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Where is the skull fragment of the Buddha enshrined?
The skull fragment believed to belong to the Buddha is enshrined at Qixia Temple in Nanjing, China. It is kept inside a specially designed stupa at the temple for pilgrims to visit.
How was the Buddha's skull fragment discovered in Nanjing?
The relic was uncovered in 2008 hidden inside a cascading, square-shaped gold mini-stupa. This golden reliquary was itself found sealed inside an iron box buried beneath a ruined Buddhist temple.
What historical period does the Buddha's skull reliquary date back to?
The relic was reportedly brought to China centuries ago, and the specific stone casket containing it dates back to the Song Dynasty. Inscriptions found at the site help authenticate the long history of the relic's veneration in the region.
Can the public view the skull fragment at Qixia Temple?
Yes, the relic is periodically put on public display for Buddhist pilgrims and tourists at Qixia Temple. The shrine where it is held has become a major international destination for Buddhist worship since its 2008 discovery.
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