| Bodhi |
| Nyana |
| Rama |
A Buddhist monastery set in a 60 hectare (150 acre) wooded valley near Wellington, New Zealand. Principally a residence for those wishing to participate or train in the monastic lifestyle it is the focus for a thriving Buddhist community of many cultures. The forested area with remote lodgings provides a suitable environment for seclusion. Senior monks offer instruction in meditation, Buddhist principles, retreats and provide traditional religious services.
Bodhi (enlightenment) Nyana (knowledge) Rama (garden)
” The Garden of Enlightened Knowing “
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Verse from the Khuddaka
There is no place on earth
beyond the reach of death ---
not in a mountain cave,
the ocean nor in the sky.
beyond the reach of death ---
not in a mountain cave,
the ocean nor in the sky.
Dhammapada Verse 128
Latest Events
July 2026
Evening Puja: 7 July 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.Morning Puja: 8 July 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Alms Round: 8 July 8:15 am - 9:15 am — Alms Round in Stokes Valley
Evening Puja: 8 July 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 9 July 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 9 July 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 10 July 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 10 July 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.