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.
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."
Monthly Poya Programme
The Vap Poya Day Programme will be held on the 17th of October 2024
Monthly Vipassana Programme
The Vipassana Programme will be held on the 6th of October 2024
Umandawa Traning Programme
Training for the sixth group departing for construction-related jobs in Israel began yesterday (August 24, 2024)
Shramadhana Campaign Umadawa
Shramadhana Campaign Umadawa will be held on the 19th of May 2024