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Join our Zen-Buddhist community in the Serra Gaúcha, Brazil

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  2026 

 Min stay requested: at least 2 weeks

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  • Description

    Description

    We are a Zen Buddhist community being established in the Serra Gaúcha region of Brazil. Our current focus is on generating sustainability for the practice center, as well as creating the conditions to construct the temple and other buildings that comprise the project. To this end, we created a Shukubô concept, a Japanese concept of lodging in a Buddhist temple. In January 2026, we completed our first cabin and began receiving guests.

    We also cultivate organic food through the implementation of agroforestry systems, beekeeping, vegetable gardens, orchards, among others.

    We do not have permanent employees. We occasionally hire day laborers or service providers. The maintenance of the project is essentially carried out by the community members who live here and those who come to collaborate for periods of time. Currently, we are two residents, both monastic.

    Regarding the spirit of Taiheiji, we often say that, "more than a Buddhist community, we are Buddhists in the community." We seek interaction with local residents and with all people interested in exchanging experiences, deep connection, and genuine bonds.

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    Somos uma comunidade zen-budista sendo instalada na serra gaúcha (). Nosso foco, no momento, é gerar sustentabilidade do centro de prática, bem como criar condições de construir o templo e demais prédios que compõe o projeto. Com este fim criamos a Morada dos Monges (@moradadosmonges), uma proposta de Shukubô, conceito japonês de hospedagem em templo budista. Em janeiro de 2026 concluimos nossa primeira cabana e começamos a receber hóspedes.

    Também cultivamos alimentos orgânicos através da implantação de SAF (Sistema Agroflorestal), apicultura, hortas, pomares, entre outros.

    Não temos funcionários fixos. Eventualmente contratamos diaristas ou prestadores de serviço. A manutenção do projeto, essencialmente, é realizada pelos membros da comunidade que vivem aqui e aqueles que vem por períodos colaborar. Atualmente somos dois residentes, ambos monásticos.

    Quanto ao espírito do Taiheiji, costumamos dizer que, "mais que uma comunidade budista, somos budistas na comunidade". Buscamos interação com os moradores locais e com todas as pessoas que se interessam por trocas de experiências, convívio profundo e vínculos verdadeiros.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Farmstay help
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    DIY & crafts
    Architecture
    Cooking & food
    Plant care
    Movies & TV
    Culture
    Sustainability
    Farming
    Events & social
    Self development
    Yoga / Wellness
    Nature
    Music
    Gardening
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    The traveler will be able to learn about subjects related to life in the countryside, growing food and gardening, caring for nature, healthy living, a little cooking, home care and experiencing community life. In addition, the volunteer will have the opportunity to learn about the Taiheiji style of practicing Zen Buddhism.

    O viajante poderá aprender sobre assuntos relacionados à vida no campo, cultivo de alimentos e jardinagem, cuidados com a natureza, vida saudável, um pouco de culinária, cuidados com a casa e experienciar a vida em comunidade.
    Além disso o voluntário vai ter a oportunidade de conhecer o estilo Taiheiji de praticar o zen-budismo.

  • Help

    Help

    Our routine is general maintenance of the garden plantations, SAF (agroforestry system), gardens, small chicken coop, general maintenance of the facilities we already have, domestic services (house cleaning and cooking) and construction of new facilities, such as chalets and other buildings. that make up the Taiheiji project (Temple, accommodation, dining hall, etc...).

    Nossa rotina é manutenção geral dos plantios de horta, SAF (sistema agroflorestal), jardins, manutenção geral das instalações que já temos, serviços domésticos (limpeza da casa e cozinhar) e construção das novas instalações, como os chalés e demais prédios que compõem o projeto Taiheiji (Templo, alojamento, refeitório, etc...).

  • Languages spoken

    Spanish: Intermediate

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Shared room for two people. Shared bathrooms in the house. Common kitchen and dining area. Excellent quality Wi-Fi. We offer three meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), but they are vegetarian. We have no restrictions on those who eat meat; however, it is up to each person. Remember that the property is 24 hectares, with ponds, native forest area, and a beautiful view of the mountains.
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    Quarto compartilhado para duas pessoas. Banheiros coletivos na própria casa. Cozinha e refeitório comum. Wi-fi de qualidade excelente. Oferecemos três refeições (desjejum, almoço e janta), porém são vegetarianas. Não temos restrições com quem coma carne, entretanto fica a cargo de cada um. Lembrando que a área que temos é de 24ha, com açudes, área de mata nativa e uma linda vista para as montanhas.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We are close to tourist cities in the Serra Gaúcha: São Francisco de Paula, Canela, Gramado and the Itaimbezinho and Fortaleza canyons. In addition to the city of Três Coroas, which hosts rafting championships and the Tibetan Buddhist Temple Chagdud Gonpa Khadro Ling. There are buses nearby and the possibility of taking a taxi or Uber with the contacts we have on servers. In addition, Taiheiji itself is a pleasant place to be, rest, enjoy nature, walk around or read a book.

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    Estamos próximo a cidades turísticas da serra gaúcha: São Francisco de Paula, Canela, Gramado e dos Cânions Itaimbezinho e Fortaleza. Além da cidade de Três Coroas que sedia campeonatos de rafting e o Templo Budista Tibetano Chagdud Gonpa Khadro Ling. Há ônibus próximo e possibilidade de pegar taxi ou Uber com contatos que temos de servidores. Além disso, o próprio Taiheiji é um local agradável de se estar, descansar, curtir a natureza, caminhar nos arredores ou ler um livro.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    Temos uma conexão de internet excelente, por fibra óptica. Há condições de organizar espaços apropriados para quem precise trabalhar on line, dependendo da necessidade de cada um.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    Nossa área é ampla e pode acolher veículos grandes.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Ovelhas

    Arigatô

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The image depicts a cozy room with a table, woodpile, and dartboard, featuring white brick walls and a window, exuding a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The image depicts a small kitchen with white brick walls, a window, and a tiled floor, featuring a stove, refrigerator, and various kitchen items.
The image depicts a compact bathroom with white walls and tiles, featuring a sink, toilet, shower, and window, with a blue shower curtain and striped rugs on the floor.
The image depicts a cozy room with two twin beds, a window, and a door, featuring wooden paneling on the walls and a serene outdoor view.

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