On Sunday 21 June, Nalanda Dhamma School hosted a joyful and meaningful Parents’ Day celebration at Nalanda Centre, dedicated to honouring and reflecting on the invaluable role and contributions of parents in our lives. The programme began with children gently holding their parents’ hands, experiencing the warmth and care embodied in those precious hands that have guided, protected, and supported them through life’s challenges.
Read moreYesterday, 14 June, the Buddha Day Observance Organising Committee hosted a Volunteers' Appreciation to thank the many dedicated volunteers who made this year's Buddha Day celebrations meaningful. The gathering was filled with warmth and joy as participants relived cherished memories through a video presentation, uplifting hymn performances by Nalanda Dhamma School students and youths, and heartfelt volunteer sharings.
Read moreDevotees gathered at Nalanda on the full moon night of Wesak, Sunday 31 May, to join the much-anticipated Heritage Procession in a collective expression of faith, gratitude, and devotion. Each bearing candles lit from the flame passed down from the Sri Dhamma Hall, devotees walked peacefully in the Heritage Procession, creating a moving scene of light and reverence.
Read moreWe warmly await your arrival to join us for the Heritage Procession taking place this evening at 7pm at Nalanda Centre. This is a a unique cultural experience where the Buddharupam is conveyed on a wooden sedan to the harmonious beat of drums and gongs. Accompanying the heritage procession are beautifully handcrafted traditional paraphernalias such as parasols and blessings fans, and also devotees carrying lighted up lotus candle holders walking mindfully and peacefully.
Read moreTwo special exhibitions at Nalanda Centre have just been launched on Sunday 31 May 2026 in conjunction with Buddha Day Observance B.E 2570. We invite you to come and view these exhibits to appreciate the Dhamma propagation efforts from pre-Merdeka days to plans for the future. All are welcome.
Read moreNalanda’s programmes continue to progress steadily through the dedicated efforts of leaders who plan, coordinate, and work closely together in support of our mission to provide holistic Buddhist education.
Read moreWesak Full Moon falls next Sunday, 31 May! The Nalanda community has been joyfully preparing to welcome family and friends for the Buddha Day Observance programmes from 30 May to 7 June. Alongside the Heritage Procession, Dhamma Appreciation Night, Mass Food Offering, and inspiring Dhamma talks, visitors can also look forward to two special exhibitions — “Terima Kasih, Dhammananda” and “Wisdom Park”.
Read moreIn just over two weeks’ time, Buddhists around the world will be celebrating Wesak or Buddha Day - a deeply significant occasion to honour and commemorate our Teacher, the Buddha. At Nalanda, this year’s Buddha Day observance week will be held from 30 May to 7 June. In preparation for this important celebration, the Buddha Day Working Committee recently came together to provide updates on progress, review plans, and fine-tune the programme arrangements.
Read moreOn Sunday 1 March, the congregation joyfully joined the annual Tea-offering Ceremony, in the spirit of the Lunar New Year festivities. May each of us bring harmony, joy and blessings to our family members and loved ones throughout the year.
Read moreOn Sunday 1 March, Nalanda members, devotees, youths, Dhamma School parents and students gathered at Nalanda Centre for the annual Tea Offering Ceremony and Gratitude Day in conjunction with the Lunar New Year. More than a festive tradition, the ceremony was a gentle yet powerful reminder of one of the most cherished values in the Buddha’s teachings — gratitude to our parents.
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