Xiang Yun Temple
Xiang Yun Temple
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M K S
Noblesville, IN580 contributions
Mar 2018 • Solo
Attended a half day retreat and was very impressed. It was well run, beautiful temple and grounds, excellent teachers and a delicious vegetarian lunch. There is no charge to visit the temple or grounds.
Written 15 March 2018
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afreebing
Austin, TX1,225 contributions
Feb 2015 • Couples
Experienced this Buddhist temple's colorful Sunday afternoon Chinese New Year festivities (called the Spring Festival in China) on February 22, 2015: vivid colors of bright red and shimmering gold, swaying lion and dragon dancing down the temple aisle, candy tossing to the gleeful children, beautiful silk embroidered costume ensembles, and majestic, decorative floral and candle-lit altar. Definitely an informative afternoon to learn and explore the various aspects of Buddhism, especially during one of its most festive family holidays.
Written 18 March 2015
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mr_larry_smith
Austin, TX1,333 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
This Buddhist temple is normally serene and peaceful. We went on the Sunday celebration of the Lunar New Year so it was packed. All is beautiful and the people are so very welcoming. This temple is well worth a visit.
Written 26 January 2020
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lrahil313
Charlotte, NC178 contributions
Jan 2016 • Friends
Came here for lunch at their tea room upon recommendations from some friends who could not say enough good things and because it is vegetarian friendly. My friend, who is the vegetarian, was excited about the visit and I was very curious not really knowing what to expect.
The grounds around the temple and the temple itself are very pretty and serene and a very nice lady at the temple explained some of the things they do there and gave us some informative pamphlets on Buddhism.
The tea room is very nicely decorated and the lady who took our order was friendly, though I think she had a hard time understanding us and communicating. There was not much of a "menu" when we went as the signs that people have pictures posted of w/menu info were nowhere to be found. So we just ordered a "combo" and a pot of tea each (I was hoping there would be tea options, but none were offered or given). Needless to say, we had no idea how to order or what to order or what even came with a meal...there was actually nobody even in the tea room besides us, so we had initially thought it might be closed. Though a few moments after we ordered and sat at the one of the tables (where you are on a cushion instead of a chair) a few people trickled in and looked as confused as we did since I think they were expecting some type of menu as well.
I had read that this place is supposedly "donation" based, but after we had just blindly ordered a combo and tea, we were just flat out charged $10. Which, i would not have minded paying had the food and tea we received resembled any of the stuff pictured. I could not even really tell you what I had. Our plate consisted of a plain wad of white rice, three balls that were filled with some sort of veggie-tasting dough, and some carrots. We also had some soup, though I am not sure what kind it was except to say that it was quite watery and bland. Sadly, that sums up the entire experience here: bland. Even our tea had little to no flavor. I think it was supposed to be green, but honestly, just tasted like grainy hot water.
I was so looking forward to an amazing experience here based on the pictures and rave reviews by trusted friends, but alas, I must have come on a very, very off day. I was disappointed to say the least and don't know that I would come back specifically for the tea room again unless it was with one of the aforementioned friends. However, I would definitely come back for the serenity and tranquility of the grounds in a heartbeat!
The grounds around the temple and the temple itself are very pretty and serene and a very nice lady at the temple explained some of the things they do there and gave us some informative pamphlets on Buddhism.
The tea room is very nicely decorated and the lady who took our order was friendly, though I think she had a hard time understanding us and communicating. There was not much of a "menu" when we went as the signs that people have pictures posted of w/menu info were nowhere to be found. So we just ordered a "combo" and a pot of tea each (I was hoping there would be tea options, but none were offered or given). Needless to say, we had no idea how to order or what to order or what even came with a meal...there was actually nobody even in the tea room besides us, so we had initially thought it might be closed. Though a few moments after we ordered and sat at the one of the tables (where you are on a cushion instead of a chair) a few people trickled in and looked as confused as we did since I think they were expecting some type of menu as well.
I had read that this place is supposedly "donation" based, but after we had just blindly ordered a combo and tea, we were just flat out charged $10. Which, i would not have minded paying had the food and tea we received resembled any of the stuff pictured. I could not even really tell you what I had. Our plate consisted of a plain wad of white rice, three balls that were filled with some sort of veggie-tasting dough, and some carrots. We also had some soup, though I am not sure what kind it was except to say that it was quite watery and bland. Sadly, that sums up the entire experience here: bland. Even our tea had little to no flavor. I think it was supposed to be green, but honestly, just tasted like grainy hot water.
I was so looking forward to an amazing experience here based on the pictures and rave reviews by trusted friends, but alas, I must have come on a very, very off day. I was disappointed to say the least and don't know that I would come back specifically for the tea room again unless it was with one of the aforementioned friends. However, I would definitely come back for the serenity and tranquility of the grounds in a heartbeat!
Written 16 August 2016
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Aaryn B
Cedar Park, TX79 contributions
Sept 2015 • Friends
A friend and I went to the Xiang Yun Temple's public Tea House today and had a fantastic experience. They have three unique vegetarian meals that vary by the day. One rice centered meal, one noodle centered meal, and one soup with noodles centered meal. All include a pot of green tea, veggies, and tofu of some sort. They also have several different types of tea to choose from. They ask for suggested donations in return, ($7/meal, $3/tea pot). Bring cash! The volunteers at the Tea House are warm, welcoming, friendly, and informative. This is a great, unique place to have lunch if you're looking for something out of the ordinary.
Written 8 September 2015
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terithedramaqueen
Texas127 contributions
Jan 2017 • Family
We went for the Chinese New Year celebration that was free and open to the public! Saw a Vietnamese tribute performance, Japanese, traditional Chinese performances, Japanese drums, and even some Texas tap group! Parking is a challenge but was doable on this popular day. We got to explore the grounds which were neat. Highly recommend for next year!
Written 30 January 2017
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tlscorpio
Wilmington, DE500 contributions
Jan 2016 • Couples
Heard about this Buddist Temple from friends in the area and managed to stop by for a visit before they closed for the day. What an interesting place. If you're at all interested in meditation or spiritual stuff, this place is a must. No need to be a Buddist to appreciate this.
Written 20 January 2016
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