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Yamantaka Mandala

The Yamantaka Mandala—a cosmic blueprint of the palace of the Conqueror of Death—consists of a series of concentric bands. Roll over the image to uncover the meaning of this remarkable Tibetan sand painting.

Nirvana Wheel of Law Our Realm The Inner Circle The Five Senses - Smell Palace Moats Deer Park The Jewel Tree Umbrella The Five Elements The Four Directions Lotus Petals The Five Senses: Hearing The Five Senses: Vision Palace Walls Palace Gates The Five Senses: Taste Realm of Compassion deer jewel-tree umbrella