Jieshi Shan
4 days ago
Request for assistance in identifying the location of a historical photograph
Dear friends in the Dharma,
I would like to ask for your help with a small but meaningful request.
My teacher passed away several years ago. He was a dedicated Dharma practitioner and a lifelong traveler, spending many years journeying throughout Asia, including China. During those travels, he took a small number of photographs—quietly, without notes or captions, never imagining they might one day need to be identified.
Today, some of these photographs are being considered to accompany his written work. While most have been placed successfully, a few remain uncertain. One photograph in particular, taken somewhere in China, has proven especially difficult to identify.
I am sharing this here because I trust the collective knowledge and lived experience of the Buddhist community. Someone may recognize the place, the architectural style, the landscape, or even sense a familiar context. Even a small hint—a direction, a region, a temple style—could be of great help.
Any insight, no matter how modest, would be deeply appreciated. This is not only about accuracy, but about honoring the memory of a teacher whose life was devoted to the Dharma and preserving a trace of his journey.
Thank you for taking the time to read this, and for any help you may be able to offer.
With gratitude and respect,
Jieshi Shan
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