Finding Peace at the Nan Tien Temple

When you’re feeling stressed and need a break from life, The Nan Tien Temple south of Sydney is the perfect place to visit.

From the tranquil gardens, the peaceful temples and the delicious food, it’s the perfect place to visit when you don’t want to travel far, and are looking to unwind, relax and enjoy a stroll through their beautiful gardens.

The Nan Tien Temple is a stunning Buddhist temple, which is located approx 1hr south of Sydney and around 15 minutes north of Wollongong.

I’ve been a few times now to visit the temple, and each time I go, I find my self re-balancing my Zen. It might have something to do with the fact that so much meditation, harmony balancing and chi centering goes on at the temple, which keep the grounds very peaceful, mindful and relaxing – but every time I go, I feel stress levels drop and my inner chakras balance. Which is probably how I found my zen at the temple.

And I didn’t even have to meditate to find it. The energy bouncing through the trees, in the air and off the building, resonates nothing by peace and tranquility and I already know I will be back there again soon for another visit. Even if it’s just to eat the food there – amazing. Absolutely delicious and made with some of the freshest ingredients around.

The temple is situated on a large block of land and consists of 4 specific areas for exploration, mediation or prayer. The main Pagoda; which is where you park upon entering the temple grounds, is a tall Buddhist tiered tower.

From here, you can then enjoy a nice leisurely walk through the beautifully designed Chinese gardens to the central hub of the temple, which is where you find the Large Buddhist Temple. Here you will find additional prayer and mediation rooms, which have walls lined with mini Buddha statues, all holding their own light. From here, you can try your hand at calligraphy, or continue your walk through the gardens, which eventually leads you up to the top of  large hill, where a large Buddhist bell sits.

An afternoon visit is highly recommended, especially when standing at the top of the hill, as it’s the perfect spot to watch the sunset over the southern highlands of NSW.

Definitely eat at the Dew Drop Inn Tea House. You won’t be disappointed.

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