It is framed by the 17th century facades of old mansions that have since been converted to hotels, shops and restaurants; and watched over by a serene statue of Vasco de Quiroga which rises from the central fountain.

To me these huge, serene statues in the middle of nowhere are as exhilarating as Europe's Gothic cathedrals, for the offer a similar mix of artistry and spirituality.

Today the beautiful and serene statue is displayed on 2nd floor Gedung Arca, Indonesian National Museum, Jakarta.

Many of these figures have Asian features, including a serene statue of the Virgin clothed in oriental silk and damask, and two Buddhalike figures of the child Jesus.

Like statues, nerveless and serene, they sat on each side of the unconscious Collier, and were at peace.

A serene statue, towering over a horde of squealing people, scuttling through a rabbits' warren of makeshift tents and shelters.

This gracefully descending terrace ends in a bowl-like moss garden, where a serene white statue of the Buddha stands with outstretched hands.

A serene statue of the Virgin Mary (13th century) stands in the north arm of the transept.

I heard nothing in the silence from the serene and ancient statue.

AT Deetjen's Big Sur Inn, a collection of rustic cabins and rooms set in the woods off Highway 1, my room had a little electric heater and a serene statue of Buddha perched right outside the window.