Temples

Buddhist Temples & The International Temples Project

Inspired by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso,
the International Temples Project is an extraordinary contribution to world peace.

"We dedicate the creation of these Temples to world
peace and to the happiness of all living beings." Ven. Geshe Kelsang Gyatso

Some background

In 1994, Ven. Geshe Kelsang Gyatso began to organize the construction of a Kadampa Buddhist Temple at Manjushri Mahayana Buddhist Center in Ulverston, in the Lake District in England.

It fulfilled an obvious need for a permanent venue for the Kadampa Buddhist Spring and Summer Festivals, both of which had begun to attract thousands of people from around the world. The Temple would also provide a haven of peace and tranquility for spiritual practice for generations to come.

Introducing the Kadampa Meditation Center of North America

The Kadampa Meditation Center of North America provides a place to meditate and is a place of pilgrimage for year-round courses and retreats.

The Temple is located in an area of exquisite natural beauty in the tri-state region of New York. It is situated on 80 acres of land that comprise rolling woodland, rivers, a lake and several barns. The Temple was officially opened by Venerable Geshe-la in October, 2006.

You can find out more about the International Temples Project by clicking here.

The Northern California Temple in San Francisco

We have a beautiful Temple in downtown San Francisco in the Mission district. The building was constructed as a Spiritualist Church in 1918. There is a large meditation space and a very beautiful shrine, the centerpiece of which is a spectacular four-foot Buddha statue from India. The Temple is now home to some exceptional artwork.

The Temple also has a bookstore, selling a variety of books, statues, incense and gift items.

This Temple belongs to everyone. Visit the International Kadampa Temple page to take a tour of Temples around the world.