00:00A group of 19 Buddhist monks reached Washington on foot on Tuesday,
00:06greeted by crowds of onlookers as they marked the end of a 108-day walk for peace across the United States.
00:13The monks and their saffron robes have become fixtures on social media, along with their rescue dog Aloka.
00:21Thousands have gathered along southern roadsides in support as the monks' quiet procession made its way east for more than 3,700 kilometers.
00:30Since beginning their walk in Texas, the monks' message of peace has resonated across the country
00:36as a welcome respite from conflict and political divisions.
00:40Nearly 3,500 people packed American University's Bender Arena for the monks' first public stop in Washington.
00:48Peace walks are a cherished tradition in Theravada Buddhism.
00:52The group has said the walk is not a political movement,
00:55but an invitation to people to practice peace and mindfulness in their everyday lives.
01:00The monks are planning outdoor appearances at Washington National Cathedral on Tuesday
01:05and the Lincoln Memorial on Wednesday.
01:07The monks are planning outdoor events at Washington National Cathedral on Thursday.
01:09The monks are planning outdoor appearances at Washington National Cathedral on Thursday.
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