Nissarana Vihara Auckland

Nissarana Vihara Auckland was established in September 2024 with the purpose of advancing Theravāda Buddhist meditation techniques to support the spiritual and social well-being of the community. Guided by the traditions of Meetirigala Nissarana Vanaya in Sri Lanka, the monastery serves as the first overseas affiliate of Nissarana Vanaya, providing a sanctuary for those seeking inner peace and enlightenment through mindfulness and meditation. Situated in a tranquil environment in Auckland, New Zealand, Nissarana Vihara provides a peaceful space for both monks and lay practitioners to engage in meditation, cultivate wisdom, and live according to Buddhist values and principles.
Inspired by its main monastery, Meetirigala Nissarana Vanaya, Nissarana Vihara Auckland is dedicated to helping individuals realize Nibbāna in this very life. The monastery emphasizes mindfulness as a key practice, offering weekly meditation programs open to all who wish to integrate mindfulness into their daily lives. Additionally, it conducts annual meditation retreats, providing participants with the opportunity to stay in a serene and focused environment, immersing themselves in deeper mindful practice. As part of its commitment to nurturing younger generations, Nissarana Vihara also organizes the Sati Pasala Mindfulness Camp for children, helping them develop mindfulness, inner peace, and emotional resilience from an early age.
Resident monks from Nissarana Vanaya in Sri Lanka reside at Nissarana Vihara Auckland, overseeing and guiding all monastery activities to ensure that the teachings of the Buddha are shared meaningfully and that the monastery remains a supportive environment for practitioners. Additionally, a dedicated board of trustees actively manages and supports the ongoing activities of the monastery.
Through these efforts, Nissarana Vihara Auckland continues to foster a spiritually enriched and harmonious community.