The Wutai Shan Buddhist Garden is a magnificent 535-acre temple complex in Cavan-Monaghan, near…read morePeterborough, Ontario. Managed by the Buddhist Association of Canada, it stands as the largest Chinese Buddhist site in North America. The grounds are inspired by the ancient Tang Dynasty. Strikingly, its massive wooden halls were constructed using traditional Dougong interlocking brackets entirely without nails. Visitors can explore the majestic Main Dharma Hall, serene walking paths, and beautiful thematic gardens surrounding Wisdom Lake. Replicating China's sacred Mount Wutai, this spiritual sanctuary serves as a peaceful haven for cultural exchange, meditation, and inner reflection

We decided to pay a visit to Wutai Shan Buddhist garden and temple this past weekend…read more Unfortunately the weather on Sunday was not great and I had to drive thru a thunderstorm down pour. When we arrived, there's a security gate entrance. The fee is $20 per vehicle and you pay on your way out. Debit or credit options are available only. The property is very big and you could stop at various areas to take photos. We went to the main temple and there's a gong outside that you can strike with the wooden stick. If you are looking for some spiritual retreat then perhaps this place may check off some boxes. It is full of tourists however most of the visitors were respectful. There's a gift shop and small cafe serving some light food. The rest rooms are only portable toilets and no toilet paper. Try to use the washroom before you visit. Overall beautiful place of serenity and peace. My family really enjoyed the visit.

Love this temple very beautiful, I go for the service. I went to a few Dharma class great knowledge…read moreand wisdom. Food is always good I've never not enjoyed, everything is very tasty! Looking forward to my next vist Namo Buddha

I've been to this Temple pre and during pandemic. So here is a capture of both experiences…read more Prepandemic, there are offering of inscents and donation box and access to the museum, you can walk through all the rooms freely and go to the bookstore. The place can be a bit busy but not crowded on weekends. In the basement the bell would rig every hour with a vegetarian serve that is good for around $7 and you can go for seconds if theres still something-food tray style nothing fancy but very tasty. During pandemic, restrictions to the main room, no access to inscents and no access to other rooms or museum. No access to vegetarian lunch. What's fun is if you go to the washroom on the main floor you will pass a bulletin board with all the.politicians who passed through in person (or virtually during pandemic). Presently access if by appointment and the staff check for You Can Go app clearance. :)

Place to pray if you are Buddhist or visitor to see the statues and go for vegetarian noodle, tea…read moreor dessert. There are quite a bit of statue of Quan Yin and some other Buddha. You may want to hit the big bell 3 times. You may want to write your wish or greeting to your family and put it in a specific area. It is the temple which owns 'Wu Tai Shan' in Peterborough and have more statue to see. There are monks that pray in the morning and afternoon. There are indoor parking too.

My visit to the Temple was long overdue…read more The Temple itself is a nice structure, reminded me of the Temples in Southern China, Hong Kong/Macau as well as in Vietnam. The Avalokiteshvara is magnificant. Spent time in the Temple grounds, had non-caffeinated buckwheat tea in the serene and peaceful tea-room and it just re-set and recalibrated my senses and inner-balance. There are Dharma wheels which are turning, a water ball/fountain and many books of scripture, locked away in exquisite bookcases, with intricate Chinese design. The Dharma Hall was busy, but quiet. My only deep regret - that I have not attended this Temple earlier.

Tibetan Yoga teachings and Dharma practice from an actual Yogi from Tibet. It would appeal more for…read morethose who sincerely want to improve themselves, their Dharma practice or just their physical and mental state regardless of spiritual tradition. It is authentic Tibetan yoga, actually nobody else teaches it, a rare find.

Nice peaceful place to visit besides the fall. Most people don't know it. I happen to discover and…read moreI'm very happy.

Didn't go inside, but walked the peaceful grounds admiring the beautiful statues and architecture.read more

I started Taoist Tai Chi at first as a hobby. One year later, I am still practising Taoist Tai…read moreChi. Now I have more flexibility, strength and balance. I have a few health issues and Taoist Tai Chi helps me strengthen my neck and back to elevate the pain that I have.

After our arrival to the workshop I was in for a surprise. The workshop isn't just a workshop it's…read morea combo package where the customer is obligated to buy the 2 day workshop and 4 months of classes for $175. Similar to a bait and switch instead you only have one option. Also they were crowded and in the 2 phone conversations their was no mention of limited space being available. They will say the website says this etc. and maybe it does but our dealings were on the phone and the staff is not thorough. Also they should update the fact that their downtown location is shut down on Yelp and google. On a bright note their is a lot of seniors and it seems very social so I might try this again elsewhere.

I like it. Everything is in English; books, classes and retreats. You decide the class or practice…read moreyou want to take, or can ask for advise on which ones to take.. Some cost no money and some have a minimal charge. Very open about it, and its inexpensive when there is a charge (less than a movie ticket, which is my benchmark). It is open to everyone, Buddhists and non Buddhists alike. They teach you to meditate at your own pace, and if you don't go back nobody calls you or emails you.