Phap Vuong Monastery

A must visit if anyone is in the Escondido or San Diego areas, locals or tourists alike. I can't describe enough how beautiful this place is. One has to stop by to see for oneself. Orchids,...

Beautiful temple, we came on one of their off days, and the temple worker granted us access. We didn't stay long, but I really appreciated them letting us. The temple grounds were very well taken...

Anyone who does not beg for alms and know the life of the homeless cannot call themselves a monk. They cannot claim to be a "Thày," meaning "teacher". Without direct experience they cannot teach...

Harvest moon festival was happening at this monastery. They provided opportunities for the youth to participate in plays, signing and dancing and it was a fun lantern celebration. Beautiful...

If you can get pass the crowd (it was like new year in Santa Ana) and the crazy parking (people in the neighborhood was selling their private driveway and empty space in their yard as parking ......