Since its opening in 2022, Wisdom Park has become a vibrant centre for Dhamma learning, meditation retreats, youth development, and leadership exchanges. As of May 2026, the encouraging response from the Buddhist community has brought the current facilities to full capacity. To date, more than 6,000 participants have benefited from the facilities for training, learning, and cultivation.
Read moreWesak Full Moon falls next Sunday, 31 May! The Nalanda community has been joyfully preparing to welcome family and friends for the Buddha Day Observance programmes from 30 May to 7 June. Alongside the Heritage Procession, Dhamma Appreciation Night, Mass Food Offering, and inspiring Dhamma talks, visitors can also look forward to two special exhibitions — “Terima Kasih, Dhammananda” and “Wisdom Park”.
Read moreIn conjunction with Wesak celebrations, a Mass Food Offering will be held on ‘Buddha Day’ Sunday 31 May, at 5.30pm. This annual tradition brings together devotees and the community to cultivate generosity and share blessings. We rejoice in the kind-hearted support of devotees, who make their offerings with joy and sincerity.
Read moreOn Sunday 17 May, Nalanda Volunteer Centre warmly welcomed over 70 volunteers for a briefing in preparation for Nalanda’s Buddha Day observance, which will be held from 30 May to 7 June. During the session, volunteers learned about the host of programmes and exhibitions planned throughout the observance period, and received guidance from their respective team leads on their roles and responsibilities to help ensure a smooth, joyful, and meaningful celebration for all.
Read moreOn Saturday 16 May, the Johor Bahru Branch Family Dhamma School joyfully resumed its sessions as children, parents, and facilitators gathered in preparation for the upcoming Buddha Day Observance, now just two weeks away. Guided by Sis. See Hui Shien and Sis. Saw Geik Cheok, students learned about the life of the Buddha, His Enlightenment, and His noble qualities.
Read moreNalanda Institute Malaysia is offering a 12-session Higher Certificate course in Buddhist Studies commencing 27 June 2026 at Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang. Participants who have completed the BPS 3-series Buddhist Studies are welcome to enroll into this 5-month course to further your learning and understanding.
Read moreOn Saturday 16 May, Nalanda members and volunteers gathered for the monthly Pindacāra (alms-round) at Pasar Basah Bazar Rakyat, Seri Kembangan, led by Ven. Jinawana and Ven. Sunanda from Sri Lanka Buddhist Temple, Sentul. Market vendors, residents, and devotees joyfully offered alms to the Sangha, creating a warm atmosphere of generosity and gratitude.
Read moreToday is the New-moon day of the holy Vesakhā Month. In just a fortnight, Buddhists in Malaysia will celebrate Wesak or Buddha Day, the most important day in the Buddhist calendar. We warmly invite all devotees and practitioners to observe the Vesākha New Moon Uposatha with faith and devotion. This Uposatha observance commemorates the period leading up to the Blessed One’s Enlightenment, when the Bodhisatta steadfastly exerted himself in the earnest pursuit of liberation for the welfare of all beings.
Read moreOn Sunday 17 May, Nalanda leaders paid our respects to Ven. Sing Kang at Sam Poh Thong in Ampang, sharing our rejoice on the joyous fund-raiser. The event aims to raise funds to support the educational needs of the Sangha. The community gathered since the early hours today to set up stalls and have been welcoming devotees and visitors warmly. The fair continues until 3 pm and we hope that you can also join the fair to support a noble cause.
Read moreFollowing the morning Pindacāra programme at Nalanda Centre, the community took the opportunity to celebrate Teachers’ Day when Achariya Vijaya came for the drama practice session. Members and volunteers expressed their heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to teachers for their dedication in guiding and nurturing others through education and Dhamma learning. The simple yet meaningful celebration was filled with joy, respect, and gratitude for the invaluable contributions of all teachers.
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