Aloka Vihara Forest Monastery is located in the Sierra Foothills of California and offers a place where women can train as nuns and lay visitors can practice and serve.
We welcome your visit!
~ Special Events ~
DHAMMA TALKS AND CHANTS
Listen to our Dhamma talks & chanting:
CURRENT MONASTERY DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS
Learn more about our efforts to improve Aloka Vihara’s facilities – and how you can support!
Community Workdays at the vihara
ECO DHAMMA
Think Globally ~ Act Locally
Sign on & July 28 Contemplative Action at the vihara: ‘We’re Praying for You, Jerry Brown’
Sept 8: Global Climate Action Day
Shinrin-yoku ~ Forest Therapy