Opening times

We are open every day except in exceptional circumstances

Reception 9.30 – 13.00; 14.30 – 17.00 (*subject to change)

Canteen (lunch) 13.00 – 14.00 (dinner) 19.00 – 20.00 by prior reservation*. (*subject to change).

Bar 8.00 – 16.00 during the week and weekends until 17.00 (*subject to change)

During meditation courses the main hall in the Temple may not be accessible to visitors.

How to book meals

It is necessary to book lunch by 10:00 and dinner by 15:00 through https://shimbu.ngalso.org/ bring the QR code that will arrived by email to the entrance of the buffet.

How to get here by car

Type in the destination Public Parking Albagnano on the navigator.

Important: You should arrive at BEE and then follow the road signs to Albagnano. DO NOT PASS through Arrizzano and the Piccolo Tibet road even if the navigator suggests it.

Please contact reception for information regarding access for people with disabilities.

Visiting and guided tours

It is possible to visit The Temple of Heaven on Earth every day from 9.00. to 17.00, respecting the activities that are carried out on a daily basis.
Every Sunday from 14.30 – 15.30 there is a guided tour of the Temple, starting from the meeting point at the reception.It is recommended to always check the updated schedule to ensure the availability of the visit.

Admission to the Temple is free of charge, but if you like you can make a contribution by leaving a donation in one of the boxes in the Temple or at the reception.

Audio guide

An audio guide is available to accompany you during your visit, offering simple and detailed explanations to help you discover every detail independently.

Useful information for your visit

Smoking is only permitted in the designated smoking area.

The Temple’s activities are open to everyone even when they have already begun, you are welcome to listen to the teachings or prayer recitations or use the Temple to do your private prayer, contemplation or to just sit in peace.
Remember that you are in a sacred space, please respect it and limit noise and voice volume as much as possible.

Pets are not allowed inside the Temple, but are welcome in the Centre and outdoor areas as long as they are sociable.

Leave your shoes outside the Temple rooms and place them on the shoe racks provided.

Turn your phone off or set it to silent (even vibrate mode can disturb those meditating!).

Do not remove anything from the Temple rooms, including books from the library.