A massive $80-million Cham Shan Buddhist retreat temple is currently under construction just south of Peterborough, Ont.
The temple will be on Ski Hill Road near Bethany, Ont. and is being built by the Buddhist Association of Canada. It will be a re-creation of the Sacred Mountains of China, according to PtboCanada.com
Construction is expected to last over the 20 years but once completed, it will be the largest Buddhist temple outside of China. Experts are estimating 45,000 visitors annually from around the world, which could be a potential boom to tourism in the area.
The site was chosen because of its serenity, tranquillity and natural environment.
The wooden temple portion was built in China, but taken apart and shipped to Canada. Experts say it will take about two years to re-assemble the temple in its new home. And instead of using nails or cement, builders will be using interlocking rosewood brackets.
The site, which will also include a meditation centre, will also feature a gift shop, restaurant and onsite accommodation.
In 2007, Toronto was home to a $40-million BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Hindu temple, built with parts from India, Turkey and Italy, according to the Toronto Star.
With files from Jamey Coughlin, PtboCanada.com
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The temple will be on Ski Hill Road near Bethany, Ont. and is being built by the Buddhist Association of Canada. It will be a re-creation of the Sacred Mountains of China, according to PtboCanada.com
Construction is expected to last over the 20 years but once completed, it will be the largest Buddhist temple outside of China. Experts are estimating 45,000 visitors annually from around the world, which could be a potential boom to tourism in the area.
The site was chosen because of its serenity, tranquillity and natural environment.
The wooden temple portion was built in China, but taken apart and shipped to Canada. Experts say it will take about two years to re-assemble the temple in its new home. And instead of using nails or cement, builders will be using interlocking rosewood brackets.
The site, which will also include a meditation centre, will also feature a gift shop, restaurant and onsite accommodation.
In 2007, Toronto was home to a $40-million BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Hindu temple, built with parts from India, Turkey and Italy, according to the Toronto Star.
With files from Jamey Coughlin, PtboCanada.com
Check out the photos below: