Kadampa World Peace Buddhist Temple In Sarasota, Florida

The modern Buddhist Temple at KMC Florida was designed by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, our Founder, as part of the International Temples Project and was opened in 2011. The Temple’s unique design is based on the celestial palace of Heruka, the Buddha of Compassion. The design also represents all the stages of the spiritual path to enlightenment. Just seeing it reminds us that we have the potential to improve our human nature and qualities through developing the capacity of our mind.

The Temple opening hours are Monday to Friday 11 am – 4.00 pm. The Temple is also open in the evenings and at weekends for people attending our classes, events and retreats.

The World Peace Temple is the perfect place for people to learn about Buddhist meditation and to attend one our many meditation classes, events, or retreats. We also have accommodation within the Temple for those who wish to stay on-site during their retreats.

Just entering our main meditation room immediately uplifts the mind. The meditation room houses a variety of traditional Buddhist statues that are a source inspiration for all those who meditate. The statues and many of the adornments of our Temple are manufactured at the Kadampa Studio based at Manjushri KMC in England.

The Temple of Kadampa Meditation Center Florida is an oasis of peace within the City of Sarasota.  There are a number of beautiful walks that can be taken right from our door step and a short drive brings you to many striking and renowned local beaches.

The Temple also houses our World Peace Café and bookstore and gift shop. The café offers refreshments, snacks and light meals. The bookstore and gift shop carries a range of unique gifts, cards, meditation accessories, Buddhist art, and books on Buddhism and meditation.

Our community consists of residents – people who live on-site at KMC Florida, including ordained monks and nuns – and others who live in the local area. You will find a warm, friendly community here, who strives to exemplify Buddhist practice through public service. This includes providing everyone, regardless of background, experience or belief, the opportunity to learn how to achieve inner peace and happiness through meditation.

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KMC Florida, 730 N Washington Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236