![]() Also within a short journey lies the mountain peak of Mihintale, revered as the place where Buddhism was first brought to Sri Lanka by Prince Mahinda of India. The temple complex is also home to the Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi tree, cut from the historical tree a Bodh Gaya in India, where the Buddha attained enlightenment. Located within a tranquil, beautifully tended garden, the ashram is within the vicinity of the ancient sacred city of Anuradhapura, whose majestic Buddhist stupas imbue the spirits of a civilisation that ruled over the island for more than 1,200 years. The ashram opened its doors in 2020, and has already hosted first guests who enjoyed several days of peaceful practice. Namaste! And welcome to Om Shambhala ashram in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. ![]()
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