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Global Vipassana Pagoda, Mumbai
Global Vipassana Pagoda: One of the best places to visit in Mumbai
Entry Fee & Ticket
No Entry Fee
Opening Time & Days
Global Vipassana Pagoda is open to visitors every day. Global Vipassana Pagoda opening and closing timings is 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Best Time to Visit
May, June, July, August
Place visit with
Family, Married Couples, Friends, Parents, Siblings
Place Type
Temple, Religious Place
Official Info
Nearest Metro Station
About Global Vipassana Pagoda
The Global Vipassana Pagoda was built as a tribute to the late Sayagyi U Ba Khin, a renowned Vipassana teacher, and as a commemoration of the 2,500th anniversary of the enlightenment of Lord Buddha. Its construction began in 2000 and was completed in 2008. This colossal project was spearheaded by the Global Vipassana Foundation, which aimed to create a center for the practice and promotion of Vipassana meditation.
Architecture of Global Vipassana Pagoda
The pagoda is an architectural masterpiece, featuring a massive white dome that's about 29 meters (95 feet) in height and 96.12 meters (316 feet) in diameter, making it one of the largest stone dome structures in the world. It's constructed entirely without the use of supporting pillars. The pagoda is built in the traditional Burmese architectural style and is made primarily of sandstone and concrete. The central hall can accommodate up to 8,000 meditators and is an awe-inspiring space for meditation and spiritual reflection.
Interesting facts about Global Vipassana Pagoda
- The pagoda enshrines the world's largest stone structure made without any metal support.
- It houses the bone relics of Lord Buddha in its central meditation hall.
- The pagoda is surrounded by lush gardens and offers breathtaking views of the Arabian Sea.
How to reach Global Vipassana Pagoda
Global Vipassana Pagoda FAQs:
𝒜. It is located at West Borivali, Mumbai.
𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Global Vipassana Pagoda: Timings:- Global Vipassana Pagodai opens from 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM. Entry Fee:- Free..
𝒜. You should visit Global Vipassana Pagoda during May, June, July, August months for best experience.
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