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    Maui Dharma Center

    4.8 (18 reviews)
    Closed 6:30 am - 6:30 pm

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    Tomas L.

    Aloha! Finally made it to Dharma Centre! I love the peace, loving atmosphere and kindliness around. It reminds me my wedding in similar place with Lama Ole. Don't hesitate to wonder around. People are very kind. Of course before you enter in somewhere, read instructions and respect rules. You are basically entering place which is for some ppl very very special. PS: there is also donation box at the Stupa. Stop by and put there some change. You will feel good about that ;) Mahalo for reading this.

    Christopher B.

    Another amazing place on Maui that I can't believe no one has reviewed. This is a beautiful place not to be missed and it is so easy to see while in Paia. The Dharma Center is a very short walk from the main intersection in Paia. Even if you not involved in the Buddhist religion you will be welcomed here. The Great Paia Lha Bab Stupa was completed in 2007 and is so beautiful you will be sad you missed it. The prayer wheel is beautifully designed and decorated. I believe the grounds are open from 630am-630pm and don't forget to visit the gift shop before you leave. "If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion. " HH Dalai Lama

    For the night that the Buddha attained enlightenment.
    Kiwi M.

    I have seen and been to many Tibetan Buddhist Dharma centers around the country, and never have seen one that is so accessible, in the heart of the bustling little town of Paia. The resident Lama Gyaltson is a true embodiment of patience and kindness, and a holder of The Great Teachings. It's a very active center, with daily practice and prayers. This center is for everyone, but please respect that this is a very sacred, religious place and pull out your inner dignity and honor please. I have seen mindless, stoned hippies stroll up in sandy bathing suits, barefoot and dirty, carrying with them an oblivious, self entitled attitude. Whether you want to simply visit the Stupa and send some prayers out, or whether you are a Buddhist Practitioner this center is very much alive with daily Dharmic activity, thanks to Lama Gyaltson.

    Rachael R.

    This center is one of the first things we sought out when visiting Maui. We were able to do our evening practice with the resident monk. Many blessings generated for the benefit of others.

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    Beautiful and serene dharma center. The monk who greeted us was also very welcoming and was happy that we came to visit.

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    After great efforts for it to be built, the Stupa was afterwards consecrated by His Holiness the Dalai Lama.

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    Makawao Hongwanji Mission - The main hall of the Makawao Buddhist Temple.

    Makawao Hongwanji Mission

    4.8(4 reviews)
    6.1 mi

    The mega garage sale that happens yearly is worth the hype! We got there at 7am and that was too…read morelate lol. JK. Get there early and get ready to stay in some lines to get in. Really well organized though. Everything is so cheap, I'm talking $.50, $1, $3. Books, Kids toys and clothes, Kitchen things lots of it, Electronic things, Clothes, Hawaiiana decor, Plants (this was my fav, such a nice selection of nice plants) Tips: - Bring a wagon or bags (they have some boxes and bags in case you dont have your own) - Bring cash, smaller bills - Dont come with a plan just look around and shop til you drop (i had a bag full and atill only spent $5 total) - Leave kids and dogs at home. It's just really crowded

    I was really impressed with the Bon dance at the makawao hongwanji. I've been to several dances on…read moreOahu, and my friends and I drove over to makawao thinking it couldn't possibly be as good or better than the Oahu Bon dances. Boy were we wrong. When we arrived, it was raining, but he dutiful parking attendants directed us to a parking spot and we walked the short distance to the temple. I appreciated the fact that the songs were announced and that so many people dressed up!! Because it was raining, they had moved the since indoors, which I thought was very accommodating. I've had to dance in the rain before and it was not fun. I was also impressed with the dancing! Everyone seemed to know all the dances, it was intimidating, but very useful. There was also a huge variety of food options, which we were not expecting at all. My friend's mom had said that chow fun is a thing at Maui Bon dances, so we were looking forward to that, but there were also hot dogs, curry, musubi, shave ice and pickled vegetables and fruit. The chow fun was really good. Salty, but good!!

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    Makawao Hongwanji Mission - This signboard marks the entrance to the Temple grounds on Makawao Avenue.

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    This signboard marks the entrance to the Temple grounds on Makawao Avenue.

    Maui Dharma Center - buddhist_temples - Updated May 2026

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