Oshima or Ojima is a small pine covered island in the Matshushima prefecture in Japan. Once a meditation retreat for Zen (Chen) Buddhist Monks, it is now a walking tourist destination. It is accessible by a walking bridge from the…
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Oshima Japan
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Krka National Park
The Krka National park in Croatia contains 109 square miles along the Krka River. Containing hundreds of various flora and fauna, it is a wildlife area that is serene as well as peaceful. Being able to either boat, walk, or…
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La Dique
La Dique is the largest of the Seychelles, a African Republic of islands located northeast of Madagascar. White clear beaches and a small population allows for meditation on the passing storms and waves. In addition to the beaches, La Dique…
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Pitcairn Island
This week’s retreat takes us to one of the most isolated locations on the planet, Pitcairn Island. Located in the center of the Pacific, it is the last British Colony in the Pacific Region. Hundreds of miles from the nearest…
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Nian Xióng Hall 