Architecture and Engineering
The Great Stupa of Universal Compassion is the same size and design as the famous 15th century Gyantse Stupa (Kumbum) from Tibet. It is 50 metres square at its base and rises to almost 50 metres high.
The brief to our architects and engineers was that the stupa was to last 1000 years. Computer modeling was used to ensure the construction techniques and materials would withstand fire, earthquakes and wind.
The building has been heavily engineered with materials that exceed the requirements for normal building regulations. All structural steel has been hot-dipped galvanized before being surrounded by fire-proofing material. All concrete used in the stupa has been manufactured to high strength 50mpa specifications.
Construction of The Great Stupa has been carried out by professional contractors that are sourced from the local region whenever possible.
