Welcome to Sudarshanaloka

Land of beautiful vision

Sudarshanaloka is a Buddhist retreat centre near Thames, New Zealand. Our aim is to provide the conditions for people to deepen their spiritual practice. We run meditation retreats, offer isolated cabins for solitary retreats, and host community events.

Sudarshanaloka Stupa Anniversary - 15th February

Starts: 15 Feb 2025

The stupa is an important Buddhist monumental structure and is the spiritual and symbolic apex of Sudarshanaloka.

Tessa and the Sudarshanaloka Stupa (Tessa Benkt & ABC)

Stupa anniversary & mitra ceremony

Starts: 15 Feb 2025

A double celebration

Together forever darling

The Bodhisattva's Jubilation

Starts: 16 Feb 2025

An Order Study Retreat (Order members only) contemplating the significance and precious nature of Going for Refuge to the Three Jewels.

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