Nice, clean grounds and peaceful surrounds. Lots of pleasant flora and fauna. On-site restaurants…read moreoffer options for a great meal. Aside from eastern dishes, they offer things like hot chocolate, iced coffee and hot chips. I've never had hot chocolate as good as this without having to add something to it myself after it comes to my table. This is a large lot with a temple complex in the center, which is surrounded by trees and ferns, with a large coy pond near the entrance. Many people will likely enjoy the antics of the fish and the birds as they interact with the pond. My only complaints are that the restaurant I visited did not serve bowls of curry (only plates) and that everything else (such as candles and insence) is way too expensive. However, if you've come to have a good feed and explore the lot free of charge, you'll have a good time.

For being the largest Buddhist temple in the Southern Hemisphere & being a reason as to why…read moreAustralia was ranked #10 happiest country in the world because of the Great Barrier Reef & this temple, I had high expectations. They were mostly met. Pros: Lots of beautiful greenery, plenty of things to see & experience, guided tai chi & guided meditation was special, & vegetarian meal was good but not great, plain but still yummy. Cons: it's a lot more modern than I expected & thus not as interesting & intricate as I was hoping. Didn't feel that traditional nor all that spiritual, surprisingly enough. Probably because it was just too touristy. $20 group rate for us guided meditation, a private tour, guided tai chi, & 4-course vegetarian meal. There's a restaurant/cafe downstairs that is super yummy but expensive, & tea pots are bought individually. Unique flavors & generally sweeter than typical tea spots.