According to the official website:

“The purposes of decoration with wooden carve sculptures are to use art and culture as the reflection of Ancient Vision of Earth, Ancient Knowledge, and Eastern Philosophy. With in this complex, visitors will understand Ancient Life, Human Responsibility, Basic Thought, Cycle of living, Life Relationship with Universe and Common Goal of Life toward Utopia.”

The location is magical, with the ocean in the background; it was a perfect choice to build this complex. To begin with, I walk completely around the structure taking many photographs. There are many entrances to the actual building, all with fantastic staircases that wind their way in. Once inside the wonderment continues, with high ceilings and multiple levels. I walk around for close to an hour studying what is presented. The building has many themed sections and accompanying sculptures. Each with an explanation in several languages about the spiritual importance of that area. I take some moments to reflect and think about the philosophies this place is trying to teach me.

Outside again I found workshop of about fifteen artists all working on various pieces. I sit down and watch them at work. During my time there I did not see any power tools, and they were all using various chisels to hand carve their art. It was truly amazing to see these people at work. I can’t wait until the place is finished and look forward to returning one day to see what has changed.