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Buddothpado International Meditation Center

Find Peace Within.Awaken the Mind.

Discover the path of mindfulness, compassion, and inner peace at Buddothpado International Meditation Center.

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Welcome

A warm welcome to our neighbours and the world

Experience true spiritual transformation, and find relief from stress, through authentic Buddhist philosophy and meditation in a sanctuary of peace.

Set among the green landscapes of Dombagoda, Anguruwatota, the centre operates under the supervision of Buddothpado Aryan Wahanse. Seekers are guided first through Samatha, then into Vidarshana and Vipassanā, toward liberation of mind. It is a path that bridges the Buddha's profound wisdom with modern understanding.

About the centre

Programs & retreats

Beyond illusion

A one-day insight meditation retreat in noble silence, which can be extended to several days.

See the daily schedule
  1. Training

    One-day practical training and Dhamma discussion

    Every Sunday · 8:30 am – 4:00 pm

    Held at the Buddothpado Methmal Arana hermitages in Kurunegala, Matugama, Mahiyangana, Mihintale and Kamburupitiya. Best suited to people living nearby, and visitors from other areas are welcome too. Enquiries: 071 033 1617 or 070 635 2201.

    Call 071 033 1617: One-day practical training and Dhamma discussion
  2. Wellbeing

    Relaxation activities

    Alongside retreat programs · Ask the centre for times

    Breathing exercises, systematic relaxation and gentle mindful yoga, led by qualified instructors and suitable for all experience levels.

    Ask about sessions: Relaxation activities

A reflection

To avoid all evil, to cultivate good, and to cleanse one's mind — this is the teaching of the Buddhas.

Sabbapāpassa akaraṇaṃ, kusalassa upasampadā, sacittapariyodapanaṃ — etaṃ buddhāna sāsanaṃ.

Dhammapada, verse 183 · trans. Acharya Buddharakkhita

Visit & connect

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Join a retreat, or reach us anytime by email or WhatsApp with your questions. If you are new to the teaching, you can begin with instruction in the philosophy.

Address
Dombagoda
Anguruwatota 12322
Sri Lanka
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Opening hours
  • Every day8:00 am – 5:00 pm
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