Live and Learn with monks attached to a Buddhist monastery

Taiwan

5

I'm so happy I decided to join this volunteer project during my first two days in Sri Lanka—it was such a great choice! It gave me a super real and hands-on experience of the local culture. I got to hang out with local students, cook traditional Sri Lankan food, meditate on big rocks, and join peaceful chanting sessions in the evening. Bhante and his team were really kind and flexible—they never packed the schedule too tightly and always checked in with how me and the other volunteer were feeling. I honestly loved every meal they made.

21 days ago

Argentina

5

It was a lovely experience The monks are so calm and cute I received a lot of love 100% recommend 🩷

about 1 month ago

Czech Republic

5

My stay in the Center was something extraordinary. All the monks were very helpful and caring and made sure we can experience the local culture. I learned something about buddhism, met locals, attended ceremonies, a dance class, tried local food and much more. For the work we visited schools and chatted with kids, played games and overall taught them some english. I felt welcomed and respected at this place and I highly recommend:)

about 1 month ago

Germany

5

My four days here were amazing. All the Bhantes that live here are super friendly and helpful. It is a great way to get an insight look on Buddhism and local life. I would recommend it 100% 🙏🏼

about 2 months ago

United States

5

I loved my experience here everybody was so kind and I learned a lot about Buddhism. The food was also amazing and the children were very sweet! Thank you for having me definitely recommend!! ❤️

about 2 months ago

Germany

5

We had an amazing experience! Everything was so special and well organized! The food and the accommodation were great and clean. Volunteering at the school and being in the temple is an amazing experience! I learned a lot and felt very welcomed and comfortable there. Everyone was very open to answering questions and introducing the volunteer to their culture and religion.

4 months ago

Poland

5

I spent my last week on Sri Lanka in the temple and it was my best week during the trip! I felt welcomed from the first day. All Bhantes are very nice people, with big hearts, amazing knowledge and ready to share it with you! I had a chance to attend to ceremonies, Sunday school, practice meditation in amazing places. The food was amazing, temple and it's surrounding is beautiful and peaceful. After this experience I felt in love with Sri Lanka even more 🩵 Thank you for amazing time, hope to be back one day!

4 months ago

Austria

5

This place was such a great experience, everyone was so kind and nice, the food was amazing and we could really get to know sri lankan culture as well as learning about buddhism. absolutely recommend!

4 months ago

Germany

5

I had such an amazing time staying there! I got the opportunity to help teach children in local schools, visit school events and join the monks for meditation in the 3 days I stayed there. I got to see many nice places and met so many nice, local people! I'm excited to go back there once more!!😊

5 months ago

France

5

My time at this temple stay was an unforgettable experience!!! I stayed for a week and no two days were the same! Bhante Wasa and all the monks I met are so nice and welcoming and they will give you so much insight on Sri Lankan culture and the Buddhism philosophy. I also got to spend a lot of time teaching English to children in different schools which was lovely. I also learned how to practice meditation and was lucky enough to go to typical the Center ceremonies. Aside from that you will also have incredible food, get to meet locals and have the best possible introduction to Sri Lanka ☺️

5 months ago

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