5$ Shambhala - Legendary Lands

Second coin from the phenomenal "Legendary Lands" series.

This time it is dedicated to the mystical Shambhala. 

According to the legends of the ancient peoples of Asia, Shambhala is the capital of the underground kingdom of Agarthi, ruled by the King of the World. No one knows where this land lies, but it is suspected that it can be found in the inaccessible regions of the Himalayas - the way to it is found only by those who have pure hearts and are free from all evil. 

In the literary language of ancient India, Shamballa means "place of silence" or "place of peace". This kingdom is untainted by the problems of the material world. The King of the World, together with the inhabitants, i.e. the perfect or semi-perfect entities, keep watch over life on Earth, taking care of the spiritual path of each inhabitant. The knowledge possessed by the inhabitants of Shambhala surpasses the achievements of science and technology used by the people who walk the Earth. The inhabitants adhere to the highest moral principles, are immune to negative emotions and transformations, and do not experience suffering, pain, hunger or old age, thus possessing a healthy, youthful appearance. This underground kingdom is ruled by love and great wisdom.

The reverse of the coin depicts a Hindu woman with the mystical Shambala above her. This symbolises the spiritual realm of this land. The high relief captures every detail, even the smallest. The very top depicts the symbol of the crown chakra, which has been plated in pure gold. The bottom of the coin is decorated with selective UV printing, which makes water appear to pour out of the coin. 

The obverse, on the other hand, depicts the physical part of the kingdom, the possible location of Shambhala. The image of the lotus flower, which symbolises harmony and spiritual enlightenment, is also placed on this side. 

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