As a part of the ongoing Sixth World Buddhist Forum in Ningbo, which runs until Thursday, an exhibition about the life of the Laughing Buddha, and his cultural influence, is being held at the Maitreya Altar on Mount Xuedou, where there is a huge seated bronze statue of him.

In addition to the artifacts and objects on display, digital reconstructions further engage the audience, creating an atmosphere tinged by the happiness, compassion, open-mindedness and harmony of Buddhism.