Reach Vihara
London Buddhist Vihara
London Buddhist Vihara Dharmapala Building The Avenue Chiswick London W4 1UD United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0)20 8995 9493 Fax:+44 (0)20 8994 8130
Underground Train
The Vihara is located about 100 metres from the underground station Turnham Green on District Line . Coming out of the station, turn right and pass the two mini roundabouts. The Vihara is on the left on The Avenue a short distance away.
Car Parking
Parking restrictions are in force on The Avenue between 8 am and 6.30 pm, Monday to Saturday. Pay and Display parking is available on the side streets. Parking charges apply between 9.00 am and 6.00 pm, Monday to Friday.
Directions
Buddharashmi is the website for Rahula Dhamma School at London Buddhist Vihara. Founded in 1969 Rahula Dhamma School is maintained by the London Buddhist Vihara.
The London Buddhist Vihara is a leading centre for Theravada Buddhism. Formed in 1926 by Anagarika Dharmapala, the Vihara was the first Buddhist monastery to be established outside the continent of Asia.
For the last 48 years the Vihara's Dhamma classes for children have been conducted without a break. During this period many children have sat for the examinations conducted by YMBA, Colombo, Sri Lanka, and they have successfully completed their studies. Besides the practice and study of Dhamma, there are many expatriate Sri Lankan Buddhists who wish to keep their heritage at the forefront of their family living. With this in mind, Sinhala language classes are held for children after the Dhamma class. In past years there has been an opportunity for students to sit for G.C.E. O/level examinations in Sinhala here in Britain. Many children have passed the examination.