New England Peace Pagoda, Buddhist pagoda in Leverett, Massachusetts
The white cylindrical structure rises 100 feet high with a domed top and contains statues of Buddha carved by Sri Lankan artisans.
Constructed in 1985, this pagoda became the first Nipponzan-Myohoji peace monument erected in the United States following World War II.
The pagoda holds ceremonies that unite people from different faiths and backgrounds, fostering discussions about non-violence and social transformation.
Visitors can participate in morning and evening prayers at the adjacent temple, which was rebuilt in 2011 after the original structure burned down.
The construction process involved countless volunteers who contributed their labor to build this monument without professional construction crews.
Website: http://newenglandpeacepagoda.org
GPS coordinates: 42.49900,-72.49110
Latest update: March 7, 2025 04:26
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