Deer Park Monastery is the North American home of the Plum Village tradition, founded by Thich Nhat Hanh in 2000. Set on 400 acres of oak woodland in the hills above Escondido, the monastery hosts public retreats throughout the year. All meals are fully plant-based. The Days of Mindfulness, open to the public on certain weekends, offer a taste of monastic life including walking meditation, dharma talks, and communal work practice.
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Type
🪷 Monastery
Location
Escondido, California
United States
Diet
100% vegan
Price range
$ · Budget
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