O Budhist temple Foz do Iguacu It is a calm and above all respectful place.
See how Tarobá Hotel, why you should know this tour in Foz do Iguaçu, with a complete guide to the statues, their stories, meanings and representations!
Tips for Visiting Chen Tien Buddhist Temple
O Budhist temple Open Tuesday to Sunday, from 9:30 am to 16:30 pm, with free admission.
Before visiting, it's worth preparing yourself with some important guidelines to ensure a peaceful and respectful experience. Wear comfortable clothing appropriate for a spiritual setting. Keep your voice low, avoid loud noises, and bring sunscreen and a bottle of water, especially on warmer days. Pets are not allowed, and photography is only permitted in the outdoor areas.
Foz Chen Tien Buddhist Temple
Foz do Iguaçu is full of diverse ethnicities and cultures different, so the variety of tours to know, and one of them is the Foz do Iguaçu Buddhist Temple.
The founder, Master Tong Zhong arrived in Brazil in 1992, in São Paulo, and soon after in Ciudad Del Este – Paraguay, to found the Measurement Center.
Because he missed Buddhist teachings in Latin America and the affinity of the Brazilian people's nature with Mahayana Buddhism.
He established a Buddhist sanctuary on the banks of the Paraná River, the International Buddhist Order (ORBI).
O Foz Buddhist Temple It's incredible and fascinating!
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Location
Rua Dr. Josivalter Vilanova, 99 – Jardim California.
Foz do Iguaçu Buddhist Temple opening hours
To know how to put together your itinerary correctly, check out the Foz Buddhist Temple opening hours.
- Visiting hours:
From Monday to Saturday, from 9:30 am to 16:00 pm.
- Weekly practice:
Sunday, from 9:30 am to 11:30 am.
- “Great Compassion Mantra” Ceremony:
Last Sunday of the month, from 9:30 am to 11:30 am.
Important: To participate in weekly ceremonies or practices, you must register.
Foz Buddhist Temple Rules
It is important that when you visit the Foz Buddhist Temple, that you respect the rules imposed.
As it is a religious place, where monks live, it is necessary to respect certain rules and guidelines of Buddhist philosophy.
Take note of what you should avoid when going to Foz Buddhist Temple:
- You cannot photograph the interior of the temple, where prayers take place;
- You cannot consume alcoholic beverages;
- Do not climb onto platforms;
- Entry is prohibited for bicycles, motorbikes, animals and roller skates;
- Gardens cannot be used for eating snacks;
- Don't touch the statues.
The space also has a shop selling souvenirs and crafts, where you can buy a souvenir and take it to friends and family!
Entrance to the Foz Buddhist Temple
Many ask what Buddhist Temple in Foz do Iguaçu entrance fee, then Tarobá tells you!
Entrance is free, you would only need transport to the location, you can guarantee this with Combo Iguassu, click HERE and see more.
How to get to the Chen Tien Buddhist Temple in Foz do Iguaçu?
You have several transportation options, such as:
- Bus;
- Bike taxi;
- Transportation applications;
- Taxi;
- On foot;
- Vehicle rental;
- Tourism Agency, such as Combo.
Staying at Tarobá Hotel, you will find the Combo Iguassu agency right at reception.
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Likewise, you can schedule tours and transport, such as Foz Buddhist Temple There is no entry fee, you only guarantee safe and punctual transportation.
See the transport options, both for Foz Buddhist Temple, as for several other attractions, just click HERE.
You can also choose the option of City Tour Foz do Iguaçu, which includes a tour of the Foz Buddhist Temple Also.
Discover the Temple's Main Sculptures
- Buddha Mi La Pu-San (Smiling Buddha): represents the Buddha of the Future. The seven-meter-tall golden statue is one of the first to be seen upon arrival and symbolizes happiness and prosperity.
- Shakyamuni Buddha (Reclining Buddha): Located on the side of the temple, it symbolizes the attainment of Parinirvana, a state of deep meditation. The image makes for beautiful photos with the architecture in the background.
- Buddha Amitabha: Considered the highest in the hierarchy of enlightenment, this imposing sculpture is aligned with rows of 108 smaller golden statues, which represent the search for wisdom and detachment.
- The 18 Arahants: located inside the temple, they represent enlightened disciples who have attained wisdom and protect the space with their different postures and expressions.
- Guardian Lions and Heavenly Kings: statues distributed around the temple represent protective figures from the Buddhist tradition, each with symbolism linked to strength, wisdom and harmony.
Bodhisattvas: Characters representing compassion, wisdom, and spiritual vows, such as Kwan Yin, Manjushiri, and Puxian, are also present in the garden and around the Master's House.
Origin of religion and temple
Buddhism originated with an Indian prince, who later came to be known as Buddha Shakyamuni.
He taught for 45 years, in North India, in the century of the Common Era.
Buddhist teachings began in India around 500 BC, and then spread to China, Sri Lanka, Tibet, Korea, Japan, Taiwan and others.
The two main branches of Buddhism are: Theravada (main emphasis on self-liberation) and Mahayana (main emphasis on self-liberation with the aim of helping other sentient beings).
Mahayana Buddhists believe in gods and saints, but not in the way we understand them.
Who is the “authority” in Buddhism?
It does not have an authority, nor hierarchies among its members, the only exception is the Dalai Lama, who is a religious and political authority, but only in Tibet.
Foz Buddhist Temple Portal
Some curiosities:
Chinese Buddhist temples are built with architecture similar to imperial palaces, and somewhat similar to Indian temples.
They are generally made up of:
- Temple (large hall);
- Pagodas;
- Statues;
- Monastery.
Furthermore, temples are normally built on the North-South axis, with the portal facing South.
Pure Land Buddhism
In Buddhism, the Pure Land is a paradise where beings can be reborn through a vow, having performed diligent practice and developed a strong faith in the Pure Land.
ORBI follows the tradition of the Pure Land school of Buddhism, guiding practices, concepts and devotion to the Buddha Amitabha.☸
Who created the perfect kingdom, called the Pure Land of Supreme Happiness of the West, completely free from suffering and evil.
Offering ideal conditions to practice the Dharma and achieve enlightenment.
The opportunity to be reborn in the Pure Land is given to everyone who invokes the name of Amitabha, with care and sincere devotion.
Courtyard of the Foz Buddhist Temple
Passing through the main portal (front gate), there is an extensive area, full of trees and a large statue of Maitreya Buddha, the famous smiling Buddha!🤩
He is looking south, and just behind him are images of the Four Heavenly Kings and four Bodhisattvas, who represent the four virtues.
Maitreya Buddha, known as the Buddha of Happiness and Fortune, is the next Buddha who will begin the current cycle of Dharma again, which was first started by Buddha Shakyamuni.
It represents the beginning of a new era, where the world will be transformed into paradise.
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The Four Heavenly Kings
There are several celestial kingdoms in the universe, and the closest to us is the Kingdom of the Four Kings.
They are the guardians and protectors of the Dharma, each of the Kings holds a different Dharma treasure, each representing something important.
King Dhatarastra
He is the King of the East, he watches over the lands, always holding a lute, protecting all beings with harmony.
It shows us that life must be faced with balance, just like playing music, because to obtain a beautiful melody, the strings cannot be too tight, but also not too loose.
King Virudhaka
He is the King of the South, he grows virtue using the sword of wisdom, cutting the evils of greed, anger, ignorance, arrogance and distrust.
It helps the growth of the nature and kindness we have.
King Virupaksa
The King of the West, he is the one who sees widely, holding a dragon or serpent.
With the snake, it shows us that just as our world evolves, we must always be aware of snakes and adapt to changes.
The dragon represents mental and physical strength, giving us the strength to overcome problems.
King Vaisravana
The King of the North, he is the one you often hear, is the leader of the four kings. He holds an umbrella and a tower/pagoda.
With the umbrella, it repels pollution and evil temptations, keeping our mind pure in this world of constant change.
He is also the guardian of the pagoda, they say it is to bring luck and blessings, due to his pure energy.
The four great Bodhisattvas
Bodhisattva Samantabhadra
Of Great Conduct, he is known for his practice of meditation and cultivation of Dharma teachings.
His representation is sitting on a white elephant with six tusks, symbolizing the strength of wisdom.
The six fangs represent the six practices of Buddhist virtues:
- Generosity;
- Ethic;
- Effort;
- Patience;
- Meditation;
- Wisdom.
Bodhisattva Manjushri
Of Great Wisdom, sitting on a lion, emblem of his majesty, holding the sword or scroll of Wisdom.
With them, ignorance is eliminated.
Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva
De Grande Voto, his name means “Treasure of the Earth”, renowned for his great vow to remain in hell and save beings until hell is empty.
He carries a staff to break through the gates of hell and a sacred jewel, used to illuminate the darkness.
Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva
Of Great Compassion, she is known in Western languages as “Goddess of Mercy”.
In the Lotus Sutra, Shakyamuni Buddha said that if a suffering being hears the name of Avalokiteshvara, and invokes her blessing sincerely, she will answer and alleviate his pain.
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What is Botisatva?
Reading this far, you may be wondering, what is Botisatva?
Well, it is nothing more than someone who dedicates his life to the benefit of all living beings, taking a vow to save them from distress, and aspiring to be a Buddha.
The Bodhisattva remains in the world to help others achieve enlightenment.
And each of the main Bodhisattvas, has cultivated the quality he represents for years of life, also represents a “state of mind”, which can be opened and expanded by us.
Three Avalokitesvaras in one
This statue consists of three images of the Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara.
One holds the Dharma scroll, which offers wisdom, the other holds a vessel of blessed water that offers peace and health.
In the other image, he is holding a baby, which symbolizes his great compassion.
Nãga Kanya
The daughter of Sãgara (King of the Nãgas, a type of oceanic dragon), is known as the Jade Girl in China.
At the age of 8, she heard Bodhisattva Manjushr preach the Lotus Sutra, and then understood the Buddha's teaching completely.
He offered his dragon pearl, which was the essence of his life, to the Buddha, and thus achieved enlightenment at that moment.
Sudhana
It means child of fortune, and is also known as the Golden Boy in China.
He had 53 Dharma teachers, each one taught him a subject and virtue, managing to achieve enlightenment and becoming a Buddha while still a child.
Parinirvana of Buddha Shakyamuni
Parinirvana means Nirvana altogether, which is the state of liberation from material suffering and ignorance.
A person can reach the state of Nirvana, but still have the physical body, and then Parinirvana would be the definitive liberation of their physical body (death), for those who have already reached Nirvana.
Before freeing himself forever, Buddha Shakyamuni gave his last public speech, in which he lay down in the meditation position and entered Parinirvana.
Kongõrikishi
The guardians and defenders of the Dharma, the first is called Guhyapada, on the left side, and on the right side is Narayana.
They are always on alert at the main entrance to the enclosure, they have great power to repel evil forces and invaders.
The Great Hall
To the left of Maitreya Buddha is the temple, with two floors, where the first floor is the great hall of the Bodhisattva Ksitigarbha, where you see the statues of the 18 Arahants.
The second floor is the ceremonial hall where practitioners carry out their weekly ceremonies and practices.
108 Amitabhas
There is a courtyard in front of the Great Hall, which is surrounded by 108 Foz Buddhist Temple statues, golden ones of Buddha Amitabha.
The number 108 is because it is the number of times you must mention your name to receive your blessing.
The statues show two hand gestures, called “mudra”, the one on the right hand is the mudra of wisdom and enlightenment, while the other hand is one of generosity, for welcoming beings into their Pure Land.
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The Guardian Lion
It is widely used in architecture in the Chinese imperial palace, its objective is divine protection and removal of evil forces.
But in Buddhism, the lion eliminates any type of problems, such as desires, hatred and illusions, with its preaching.
18 Arahant
Arahant is a term used for someone who has reached the state of enlightenment, where reincarnation will not be necessary.
Buddha's disciples who have reached the Arahant level possess great wisdom and powers.
Due to their abilities to ward off evil, the 18 Arahants became the guardians of the Buddhist temple, which are usually located in the main hall.
The drum and the giant bell
The ringing of bells and drums is a tradition, in the morning the bell is rung first and then the drum.
In the evening, the drum is played first and then the bell.
The bell rung in the morning represents the wake-up call, and upon hearing the drum, the day's activities begin.
When the drum is played at night, it is to announce the end of the temple's daily activities, and the bell serves to alert practitioners, so that they can reflect on the day's actions.
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Dharmachakra
The Wheel of Dharma, which is also known as the wheel of doctrine or Law.
It is a symbol representing the Buddhist Dharma and the teachings on the path towards enlightenment.
It has eight rays that represent the Noble Eightfold Path, a set of eight practices in Buddhism.
It is for the mental development of beneficial qualities and skills, which must always be cultivated so that the practitioner reaches the final goal, with liberation and happiness. ☸
These are the eight rays that must be CORRECT:
- Understanding;
- Thought;
- Language;
- Action;
- Lifestyle;
- Effort;
- Attention;
- Concentration.
Pay of
The pagoda has a tower shape, widely used in Asia and Buddhism.
It originated in India with the Sanskrit name “Stupa”, with certain forms and characteristics of the oriental style.
In the beginning, it was used to store the relics of Buddha Shakyamuni and later also for more devout priests.
Search sources:
Paper guide to the Foz do Iguaçu Buddhist Temple, International Buddhist Order.
Foz do Iguaçu Buddhist Temple.
Foz Buddhist Temple: CONCLUSION
A tour that you cannot leave out of your itinerary is the Foz do Iguaçu Buddhist Temple, where you guarantee a lot of learning and peace!
A calm place where you can rest your mind and reflect.
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Where to Stay in Foz do Iguaçu
If you want to visit the Buddhist Temple with comfort, tranquility, and easy access, stay in a strategic location. The Tarobá Hotel is one of the main landmarks in Foz do Iguaçu, with modern facilities, friendly service, and easy access to the city's main attractions.
Located in the city center, the hotel facilitates travel to the northern region, where the temple is located, and is also close to the border with Paraguay. Cataract from Iguaçu Falls, the Three Borders Landmark, and other important tourist attractions.
With a heated rooftop pool, breakfast with panoramic views, a gym, a game room, a kids' area, a baby kitchen, and free Wi-Fi throughout, the Tarobá Hotel offers a complete experience with excellent value.
Another alternative from the same network is Tarobá Express, a modern and affordable option in downtown Foz. With comfortable rooms, breakfast included, and a 100% smoke-free environment, the hotel guarantees an exceptional stay.
Plan your trip to Foz with Tarobá Hotel
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