News from Suddhavāri Vihara in Brazil

[Lookingforpeace]

Cool. Looks like a nice place. Are there any other monasteries in Latin America?

[Gabriel_L]

Hi @viveka, no only passed by as I pay a visit to family and friends in Brazil (I’m from here).

[Viveka]

Hello @Lookingforpeace welcome to the forum
We look forward to your participation.

[Gabriel_L]

Not in South America that I am aware of. There are however temples and centers from traditions other than Theravada , Google will help you finding out about that …

[vimalanyani]

Are there any other monasteries in Latin America?

Maybe this is of interest:

Santi Janati - First Theravada female monastery in Latin America

Santi Janati - First Theravada female monastery in Latin America About Santi Janati A space for meditation and the practice of Dhamma. With a view to being a Buddhist monastery for nuns (bhikkhunis) in the future, this in the Theravada tradition. Located in Bijagua, Alajuela, Costa Rica. About 5 hours from the capital. In one of the most beautiful areas of the country and with the best water in the world! The place is open to anyone who wants to come, however, at the moment there are no per…

[Lookingforpeace]

Thanks for sharing the link. I have to say i am surprised to see one in central america.

[LucasOliveira]

Suddhavāri gains status as “affiliated monastery” to Wat Nong Pah Pong!

Suddhavāri ganha status de "mosteiro afiliado" a Wat Nong Pah Pong - Mosteiro...

https://forestsangha.org/community/monasteries/monsteiro-suddhavara