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International Buddhist Temple (Guan Yin Temple)
Major Chinese-style Buddhist temple and cultural destination in Richmond, recognized for its richly ornamented complex.
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About International Buddhist Temple (Guan Yin Temple)
Identity, documented context and sacred significance.
Major Chinese-style Buddhist temple and cultural destination in Richmond, recognized for its richly ornamented complex. The International Buddhist Society began in 1979 with land donated for a purpose-built temple; the complex is a prominent local visitor attraction.
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Place TypeBuddhist Temple
Religious TraditionBuddhism
Tradition / DenominationMahayana Buddhism
Main DeityGuan Yin
LocationRichmond, British Columbia, Canada
CountryCanada
Established / Period1979 (society)
ArchitectureChinese Buddhist temple architecture
Governing BodyInternational Buddhist Society
Faith, Tradition & Sacred Association
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Religious TraditionBuddhism
Tradition / DenominationMahayana Buddhism
Main DeityGuan Yin
History & Sacred Tradition
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Historical Record
The International Buddhist Society began in 1979 with land donated for a purpose-built temple; the complex is a prominent local visitor attraction.
Sacred Tradition
Mahayana Buddhist practice and devotion to Guan Yin are central to this temple.
Architecture & Sacred Complex
Chinese Buddhist temple architecture
Practices & Visiting Information
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Buddhist prayer
meditation
Guan Yin devotion
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- Last checked
- October 15, 2026
- Primary source
- International Buddhist Society