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Free Wall Paper and photo gallery: Cumbria 08 - Furness Abbey & Conishead Priory Buddhist Centre.
A gallery of images mainly of 1024 x 768 size.
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Conishead Priory |
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A vast neo-gothic mansion built by Wyatt from 1821 on the site of a 12th century Augustinian priory.
Since 1976 it has been at the centre of a Buddhist college and retreat of the New Kadampa movement.
A newly constructed temple building is situated in the grounds. |
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The elaborate gothic porch at the public entrance to the house
Below left; A large gilt statue of the Buddhist deity 'Maitreya' contrasts wonderfully with the gothic surroundings.
Below right: The temple building. |
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A closer view of the gilded decoration of the temple roof. |
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There are extensive grounds around the house, with gardens and woodland pathways leading to a stony beach. |
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