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Monks ring ‘peace bell’ to mark Buddha’s birthday-by SHOAIB SABZWARI Global delegates gather at Taxila, immerse themselves in ancient Gandhara heritage Buddhist leaders from various countries visited the Taxila Museum and performed religious rituals. PHOTO: EXPRESS Source:Tribune TAXILA:International delegates comprising Buddhist monks, diplomats, and academics Thursday rang the ‘peace bell’ installed at the Taxila Museum, heralding the news of peace and prosperity in the region.Buddhist leaders from various countries visited the Taxila Museum and performed religious rituals. On the occasion of Buddha’s birthday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs organised a two-day Vesakh ceremony. Buddhist monks from many countries, including Sri Lanka, Maldives, Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam, along with Buddhist scholars, and other guests, participated in the ceremony. ...