Observe the splendor of the here and now
The ego you maintain hinders your

enlightenment
The core insights and wisdom attained via the middle way
A free mind directs the way to enlightenment
Personal retreats are accessible to all
Embrace the Radiance of Present Moments
Liberation Lies Beyond the Chains of Self
Unveiling Truths Along the Balanced Path
Enlightenment Blossoms in the Absence of Ego
Discovering Truths in the Equilibrium of Being
Charting the Path to Enlightenment with Unbound Minds
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The Founder of Umandawa

Most Ven Siri Samanthabhadra Arahath Thero

Most Ven Siri Samanthabhadra Arahath Thero's distinctive concept, Umandawa, is spread across 70 acres in Malsiripura, Kurunegala. The Thero envisioned a master plan to create an aesthetically pleasing and environmentally friendly 'walking monastery' with hamlets, gravel paths, gardens, organic farms, ponds and large bodies of water, and sculptures.

The environment's balance was restored by planting rain gardens and growing a variety of plants, flowers, and trees, both native and exotic to Sri Lanka. In this way, wildlife has been encouraged to thrive at Umandawa. The Thero created a healthy, nourishing environment in which people can learn how to live in harmony with one another and with the Earth.
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THE VISION OF UMANDAWA

The Umandawa Global Buddhist Village provides a variety of modules that can be applied to the improvement of society. These modules can also be used to prepare your mind for innovation and spiritual guidance through the practice of "Living in presence."
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EVENTS at UMANDAWA

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SWAMI SHREE SHIVKRUPANAND
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THE UMANDAWA KOPI WATTA
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STUDENTS OF MEDAMULLA DE MEL MAHA VIDYALAYA
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ELEPHANT-HUMAN CONFLICT
Learn more about our upcoming events
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Monthly Poya Programme

The Vap Poya Day Programme will be held on the 17th of October 2024
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Monthly Vipassana Programme

The Vipassana Programme will be held on the 6th of October 2024
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Umandawa Traning Programme

Training for the sixth group departing for construction-related jobs in Israel began yesterday (August 24, 2024)
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Shramadhana Campaign Umadawa

Shramadhana Campaign Umadawa will be held on the 19th of May 2024

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How it all began...

For more than a decade, the Sangha, led by most Venerable Siri Samanthabhadra Arahath Thero, has provided invaluable service to the country and society through Siri Sadaham Monastery. Siri Sadaham Monastery is located in Colombo, Bellanthara.
They have expanded the initiative to Umandawa to reach out to more people with the message of eternal joy and peace.

Contact Information

+94 775 440 888
+94 766 730 630
info@umandawa.com
www.umandawa.com

Umandawa Maha Vihara Ashramya,
9th post,Alipallama,
Madahapola,Kurunagala,
Sri Lanka.

 

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