I loved the views of the temple!!! The environment and people were very nice and the vibes were…read morejust great!

Beautiful Temple to find compassionate like minded people. All are welcome to attend meditations…read moregroups. Vietnamese meditation is on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. English groupFriday nights. All begin at 7:30 pm. Arrive around 7:20 to find a cushion or spot on bench along the wall.

This place is absolutely beautiful! Calming, serene. Free and a must see if visiting Louisiana…read more Located in a small Lao village it is secluded and very much off the beaten path. If you can find it you will be eternity changed.

The Wat Thammarattanaram Lao Buddhist temple is beautiful beyond words. It is truly a…read moretranscendental spiritual experience. I am so glad we came here and spent some time. It's like stepping into a whole different realm, a different era. When we pulled up the monks were outside and they had no qualms about outsiders visiting their home. The physical beauty of the temple is to die for, it's truly something to see in person. The colors, the architecture, the good vibes is definitely something to see first-hand. This place is truly remarkable and mesmerizing.

Enlightening place for medications on the weekends with beautiful statuses…read moreEveryone was welcoming

We spent a few hours driving and walking through this beautifully preserved piece of nature on…read moreAvery Island after doing the self-guided tour of the Tabasco Factory, that ticket includes the Jungle Garden experience. We couldn't have picked a better day to visit the area, the temperature was perfect with low humidity and no bugs - you must allow yourself plenty of time to soak in the peaceful surroundings and get out of your vehicle to get up close to the wonders of this garden. Besides the beautiful grounds and water structures there are plenty of surprises you'll discover along the way we unfortunately didn't see any alligators or deer today but there were an abundance of birds, a few turtles basking in the sun and lots of squirrels scurrying through the grounds and giant oak trees. This is a beautiful place and just one of the wonders you'll find while exploring Louisiana I've lived in Louisiana for almost half my life and I'm still amazed at the beauty this state has to offer this is just one of the many places that's preserved and protected for generations to enjoy and appreciate...

This is a great activity to spend a few hours, especially on a nice day. It's a good mix of driving…read moreand walking around or you can choose to just drive and listen to the self guided tour. We saw lot of alligators. The bird city was neat too. You could hear the birds well before you could see them. At the park entrance there is a little gift shop too with snacks, drinks, bathrooms and souvenirs.

Great place to meditate with like minded people. This is a Tibetan BuddhIst sangha house that…read moreoffers meditation twice a week. Thursdays 7-8 Heart Sutra or Shamata Calm Abiding meditations. Sundays 10-11:30 Tonglen Giving and Receiving meditation. I recommend this place for anyone interested in meditation practice.

A great sanctuary space in this community! Quiet and meditative tonglen weekly practice on most…read moreSundays.

I chant in L.A.& am a member of local chapter DTLA but when I come home to visit my family, I go to…read morethis center and feel so welcomed. I pop into chant sometimes or attend gosho lecture. I encourage anyone who has ever wanted to learn the philosophy and spiritual life of the SGI, to stop by. Nam myho renge kyo

This beautiful building is a must-see. Both inside and out is stunning. Rich history, elaborate…read moreceiling details, & gorgeous stained glass, & right in Jackson Square. Self-guided tours are available 9am-4pm, excluding mass - so be mindful/respectful of that. Benches out front provide seating to rest & take in the view It sits beside the Cabildo as well, also a historical landmark, with many iconic restaurants nearby.

Such an amazing holy place to visit It is breathtaking and…read moreto walk around knowing how old it is and the history behind it - plus be able to attend a service there Amazing is not a good enough word

What a beautiful restful shop. Yes there is a meditation room in the back if you need a moment but…read morethere are also lovely items of Tibetan origin. From incense to jewelry to art to clothing, there are lots of items to peruse. The staff person who helped me was great and very helpful. She told me a bit about the owner and his aspirations for the shop. Great place when looking for a unique gift. They also offer meditation classes and have a special event schedule.

I love the items in the store and love even more that purchasing here supports Tibetan artisans…read more For the most part the staff is nice, but one time one of the ladies that worked here was condescending to my husband. Other than that, it is great.