A Theravada monastery in the lineage of the Thai forest masters, open to visitors each day. This guide is compiled from the monastery's own published information; we have not visited, and it is not a review.
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The place
Cittaviveka, also known as Chithurst Buddhist Monastery, is a monastery in the tradition of Theravada Buddhism, more specifically in the lineage of the Thai forest masters.
Opening and offering
- The monastery says it is open from 8 am until the end of the group meditation session in the evening.
- The midday meal offering is at 10:30 am. See how to offer food to monks.
- It runs livestream events and a YouTube channel.
Guests and visiting
Its site has pages for guests and visiting, offering support and Dhamma teachings. Read how to stay at a Buddhist monastery before you contact them.
Before you go
- See temple etiquette and how to address monks and nuns.
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- Check announcements on the monastery's own site.
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