Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park
Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park
4.5
8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Monday
8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday
8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday
8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday
8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Sunday
8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
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Sedona's Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park is a must-visit destination for spiritual seekers the world over. The Buddhist Amitabha Stupa is an outdoor venue for prayer, meditation, and spiritual renewal for people of all faiths. In the park you will find two Buddhist stupas, a Native American medicine wheel, an exquisite wooden statue of Shakyamuni Buddha and numerous quiet spots for meditation and quiet contemplation. You will experience peace in a quiet, sacred setting. The Amitabha Stupa is open every day and your visit is free of charge. The stupa is supported totally by visitor donations. The Amitabha Stupa is on private property and is owned by Kunzang Palyul Choling, a Vajryanna Buddhist Temple in Poolesville MD. Use of the property by tour guides and other business or commercial entities requires permission.
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- maibeSeattle, Washington211 contributionsThe Buddha watching over Sedona has a warm gazeA place of prayer known as the new vortex. It is a place of prayer for Tibetan Buddhism, but anyone is welcome regardless of religion. However, the guide told us that private conversations are prohibited at a volume higher than a whisper. We were blessed with good weather and it was a place where time passed peacefully. It is less famous than the four major vortexes, but that is why there are not many people and you can relax. If you are looking for healing, this is a place I highly recommend.Visited February 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten March 4, 2024
- lotsagoldens943 contributionsPeaceful and spiritual.No matter your religious affiliation, this is an inspiring and spiritual place. The trail, while short, could be difficult for some people to navigate. The stupa, the prayer flags, the bells, and the medicine wheel are all something I did not expect to see in the middle of Sedona. (Then again, why not?!)Visited November 2023Traveled with familyWritten March 20, 2024
- MICCI R5 contributionsA wonderful place to visit and sit quietly for as long as you want. Loved it.This is a place to sit and reflect, meditate or pray. Everyone that was there seemed to understand it was a place of solitude and respected each other's space. Don't bring children unless they can be respectful and quiet. There are many shaded area's within the Peace Park to sit. There is overflow parking if the main lot is full. The main lot doesn't hold very many cars so if it is full, expect there to be alot of people. This experience isn't for everyone but if you can alter your mindset to embrace what this place is for then you will enjoy it. Lots of bird feeders, prayer flags blowing in the breeze, windchimes, prayer wheels. Loved it.Visited August 2024Traveled soloWritten August 30, 2024
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Valerie N
West Michigan166 contributions
Feb 2020
Amitabha Stupa is a Buddhist shrine and a “spiritual destination for people of all faiths.” My blood pressure dropped simply walking up to the stupa.
The Amitabha Stupa contains millions of sacred items from around the world. The surrounding woods were hung with Tibetan prayer flags. There are Tibetan prayer wheels and a beautiful wooden statue of Buddha Amitabha.
Just a short distance from the stupa is a Native American medicine wheel. Interpretive signs explains all the items in the park.
Regardless of your faith tradition (or non-tradition), this is a lovely spot to experience a vortex—or simply enjoy a hike.
The Amitabha Stupa contains millions of sacred items from around the world. The surrounding woods were hung with Tibetan prayer flags. There are Tibetan prayer wheels and a beautiful wooden statue of Buddha Amitabha.
Just a short distance from the stupa is a Native American medicine wheel. Interpretive signs explains all the items in the park.
Regardless of your faith tradition (or non-tradition), this is a lovely spot to experience a vortex—or simply enjoy a hike.
Written April 4, 2020
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Redman367
Sedona, AZ49 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
Our family loves it here. I understand it is open to everyone but please show respect to others trying to connect to their spirituality. I don't put anyone down for trying to make a living but when the guide is speaking so loudly for the entire place to hear every word it's just not cool. She was trying to draw attention to herself for whatever reason. This is a sacred place that is very powerful. To all that visit please show respect to others by speaking softly.
Written February 19, 2020
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Dear Redman367
We recognize the problem that you are addressing and we are committed to solving it. It is a top priority for us. Guides that use the stupa must have our permission to do so and in the training that we give them, we emphasize that they need to respect the quiet and peaceful nature of the place. We will continue to put in correction until the problem is solved.
Sincerely,
The Amitabha Stupa caretakers
Written February 21, 2020
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Chiminee
267 contributions
Jul 2020 • Couples
This was on our list of places to check out in Sedona. You can feel the reverence hanging in the air like so many of the prayer flags. I wish we had more time to sit and be still but being able to join with this space was enough to get a sense of alignment.
If you have a few moments to spare and want to bathe in the spirituality of the divine presence, this place does not disappoint.
If you have a few moments to spare and want to bathe in the spirituality of the divine presence, this place does not disappoint.
Written July 4, 2020
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Azonie
Phoenix, AZ101 contributions
Oct 2020
For a remarkable moment of peaceful contemplation in the beauty of Sedona, head off the highway to visit the Stupa and Peace Park, built by Buddhist monks. I didn’t know what a stupa was until I arrived there. It’s a monument honoring the Buddha, filled with sacred objects. Tibetan flags wave in the breeze throughout the park. A wooden sculpture of a giant Buddha sits overlooking the Stupa, with the red rock mountain and blue sky in the background. Anyone of any faith or no faith would be moved by this experience. Sit on the platform and meditate or pray. Walk the path. If you want to go further, the path connects to Thunder Mountain trail. Get there early in the morning for the most solitude.
Written October 6, 2020
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Kate's Travels
Elk Grove Village, IL293 contributions
Sep 2021
I am so glad we took the time to visit this peaceful place! It is very close to downtown Sedona, and with no charge to visit, it is DEFINATLY worth the time (we only spent about 30-45 min. You could stay longer if your soul needs it, or less if you are pressed for time.) You definitely leave feeling more at peace, regardless of your religious affiliation.
Written September 16, 2021
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wreck
Amsterdam, The Netherlands27 contributions
Mar 2020
I believe one should experience adventure, struggle & exertion when visiting sacred spots, allowing the self to interact with its surroundings, & give up ego in exchange for peace.
If you’re bussed in, conveniently dropped off at the site it’s like passing thru a fast food drive-thru & you’ll have to overcome the convenience of your entitlement to catch up to the rest of us on a natural high who arrived via the hiking trails.
The Amitabha Stupa is nestled in the shadow of Thunder Mountain in the Red Rocks, amongst a network of hiking trails just above Sedona. Once at this dry parcel you’ll see a magnificent wooden Buddha perched on a ledge among the junipers, the large Stupa, a sacred structure that’s said to contain millions of wishes, sacred relics, mandalas, & prayers. Even if you don’t believe that, merely imagining it gets you halfway there.
Meditate, add silence, slow down, regenerate. Many do just that, finding a welcome respite from perpetual chattering & daily data overload. Visitors offer acknowledging glances broad smiles & that’s a start.
Spin colorful prayer wheels clockwise & pray for a better future, a world free of perpetual war. Even if you don’t go in for this, the mere spinning of the wheels will link you to something outside yourself. I was told by a local, self-described “old hippie” who assisted on the site’s construction in 2004 that the site is deemed holy by local native peoples & the Hopi who’ve constructed a medicine wheel of stones here.
If you’re bussed in, conveniently dropped off at the site it’s like passing thru a fast food drive-thru & you’ll have to overcome the convenience of your entitlement to catch up to the rest of us on a natural high who arrived via the hiking trails.
The Amitabha Stupa is nestled in the shadow of Thunder Mountain in the Red Rocks, amongst a network of hiking trails just above Sedona. Once at this dry parcel you’ll see a magnificent wooden Buddha perched on a ledge among the junipers, the large Stupa, a sacred structure that’s said to contain millions of wishes, sacred relics, mandalas, & prayers. Even if you don’t believe that, merely imagining it gets you halfway there.
Meditate, add silence, slow down, regenerate. Many do just that, finding a welcome respite from perpetual chattering & daily data overload. Visitors offer acknowledging glances broad smiles & that’s a start.
Spin colorful prayer wheels clockwise & pray for a better future, a world free of perpetual war. Even if you don’t go in for this, the mere spinning of the wheels will link you to something outside yourself. I was told by a local, self-described “old hippie” who assisted on the site’s construction in 2004 that the site is deemed holy by local native peoples & the Hopi who’ve constructed a medicine wheel of stones here.
Written June 19, 2020
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Talisker55
Surrey, Canada263 contributions
Mar 2020
Definitely a place of tranquility and serenity. Pass on your positive thoughts with the prayer wheels. Go early in the morning or late in the day to avoid the bus tours and have a more enjoyable and personal experience.
Written March 7, 2020
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coberg
Marietta, GA2,357 contributions
Oct 2022
We had an incredible experience visiting Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park on a short trip to Sedona People were praying and meditating around the Stupa, there was a Native American medicine wheel and a beautiful statue of the Buddha. There were many sites where people from different religious were practicing their rituals in the most beautiful scenic areas one can find. It is open every day until and your visit is free of charge. The stupa is supported totally by visitor donations. It is opened daily until about 5 or 6 at night. It is free of charge and maintained by donations.
Written October 14, 2022
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shancB1310BO
Los Angeles 3 contributions
Feb 2022
We took a packed lunch here between hikes to sit and relax, enjoying the beautiful weather and the silence. The wind kicked up just enough to get the flags flapping and the chimes singing. Truly peaceful place.
Written March 27, 2022
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sadiedust
Toms River, NJ109 contributions
Aug 2023 • Solo
The energy and silence here was sacred. One could feel that very person there respected one another, which added to the feeling of peace. The trails were easy to moderate, the statues and medicine wheel were powerful and sacred, too. I could have stayed there all-day basking in the positive almost holy energy at this stupa.
Written September 5, 2023
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The hike is not that strenuous, however, if you have any health issues and are concerned about the short hike you can call the number listed on the website for additional information. There are options for people with health issues to get up the the Stupa and the staff is very nice and accommodating.
Written September 4, 2018
Hello
I have been to Sedona many times but never to Peace Park. You mentioned that there is a good trail there as well or at least close by. My new wife is Thai and I thought she would enjoy that park and the hike as well. How do I get there from the middle of town?
Bill
Written March 12, 2018
Yes, it is easy to get to using a GPS. Enjoy!
Written September 18, 2018
Hi Jenni
The trail is not wheelchair friendly, however, we can open up a service road for you that will allow you to drive right up to the Stupa. You can make arrangements for that by calling 1-877-788-7229 in advance. Leave a message and one of the Stupa caretakers will get back to you and arrange to meet you there. It would be ideal if you called 2 or 3 days in advance.
Olin
Written May 11, 2017
Hi,
Some places I have seen say you need a reservation. Is that true? thanks.
Written May 20, 2016
No reservation needed. You will have to park on the street and take a short uphill walk up to the stupa.
Written May 20, 2016
If we attend should we bring food and if so what kind would you recommend.Sounds like something we would enjoy.
Written February 6, 2016
Perishables like food are advised against by the monks managing the site, and I suggest eating before or after the hike and bring water during. There are no trashcans for waste that I could see.
Written February 17, 2016
brentcirque
Chicago, Illinois
Will this place be open on Thanksgiving Day 2015? (Nov. 26th).
Thank you.
-brent
Written November 13, 2015
Hello Brent
Yes, the Stupa will be open. As a matter of fact it is open from dawn to dusk every day of the year. Feel free to write again if you have any more questions.
Olin Robie
for the Amitabha Stupa caretakers
Written November 14, 2015
Hello
They begin at 9:30. It is good to arrive about 9:15 am.
Olin
Written August 7, 2015
I read that on Sundays there is A Shower of Blessings. WHat is it exactly and how long does it last. It's our last day in Sedona and I would love to go but I have a teenager and an 8 years old with me.... I truly appreciate Buddhist philosophy so would love to go!
Written July 31, 2015
Hi
Shower of Blessings is a traditional Tibetan Buddhist practice, done partly in English and mostly in Tibetan. There are books available that allow you to follow along. It is a beautiful practice intended to enhance one's mindfulness and meditation. It lasts about an hour and a half and includes "tsog" (pronounced like soak) which is a food offering ceremony that all the participants share after the practice. I will have to leave it to you to determine if your teenager and 8 year old would be intrigued by it or not... :-)
Written July 31, 2015
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