Mosteiro Zen Morro da Vargem, Buddhist temple in Ibiraçu, Brazil.
The Morro da Vargem Zen Monastery spans 150 hectares, with 140 hectares dedicated to Atlantic Forest preservation and reforestation projects.
Founded in 1974 by monk Ryotan Tokuda, this monastery became the first Zen Buddhist institution in Latin America, following the Soto Zen school traditions.
The monastery maintains an art station that functions as a studio residence, supporting artists who seek to create works away from urban environments.
The monastery office operates Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM, located at BR-101 North Highway, kilometer 217.
The monastery conducts eighty-five annual retreats with 45 participants per session, combining Buddhist practices with environmental education programs.
Address: BR 101, Km 217
Website: http://mosteirozen.com.br
GPS coordinates: -19.89040,-40.37781
Latest update: March 5, 2025 04:26
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