FGS Templo Zu Lai
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About
FGS Templo Zu Lai is a Buddhist temple in Cotia, Brazil, set in a large garden and among Latin America’s largest Buddhist temples.
Why go
- The 150,000 m² temple grounds, with 10,000 m² of built area.
Don't miss
- Lake areaLook for turtles, marmosets and squirrels that live or visit here.On the temple grounds
- House-made breadsBreads baked by the nuns are served at the café.Café
Know before you go
- Do not bring food or drinks, picnic, or feed the wild animals.
- Pets and smoking, including e-cigarettes, are prohibited throughout the grounds.
- Photography and filming are allowed outdoors. Inside the ceremonial halls, museum, meditation rooms, café, and shop, they are prohibited.
- Drone flights and images require prior permission.
- Keep quiet in the ceremony hall, avoid crowding its entrance, and stay at least 45 minutes without disturbing worshippers.
- Do not touch, climb on, or lean against statues, or remove plants and flowers.
Tips for your visit
- Groups of 15 or more can request a guided visit; meditation and dining services are optional when arranging it.
- Free wheelchairs are kept in front of the dining hall; accessible toilets are available.
- The café serves snacks, sweets, breads, coffee, tea, juice, and water. The self-service buffet has hot and cold dishes on weekends and holidays.
- The café and dining hall serve lacto-vegetarian food; some items may contain eggs.
With kids
- The Projeto Filhos de Buda is run through a foundation of the same name.
Interesting facts2
History
As attendance outgrew the original temple, disciples Shih Tze Lin, Liu Shie Lin, and Hong Tsu Ho pledged to build a larger one. Supporters acquired neighboring plots. Construction began in 2000, and Hsing Yün consecrated the new building in 2003.
- 1992The Chang family donated its land for a temple, named Zu Lai by Hsing Yün. Reverenda Jue Cheng remained to spread the Dharma.
- 2000Construction began in May on a 150,000 m² site, with 10,000 m² of built area.
- 2003Hsing Yün consecrated the new building on October 5.
How to get there
- CarFor westbound travel, exit Raposo Tavares at km 28.5. The temple is at Estrada Fernando Nobre, 1461. Parking is for light vehicles only; buses, minibuses, and vans are not admitted.
Accessibility
- Accessible toilets
Sources: Cotia - Wikivoyage (see) · Regras de Conduta – Templo Zu Lai · Horário de Visitação e Serviços – Templo Zu Lai · História – Templo Zu Lai · checked 27 Oct 2026
Where
Estrada Fernando Nobre 1461 Parque Rincao, Cotia
Questions and answers
How do I get to FGS Templo Zu Lai?
For westbound travel, exit Raposo Tavares at km 28.5. The temple is at Estrada Fernando Nobre, 1461.
Can I request a guided visit at FGS Templo Zu Lai?
Groups of 15 or more can request one. Meditation and dining services are optional.
Does FGS Templo Zu Lai have wheelchair access?
Free wheelchairs are available in front of the dining hall, and accessible toilets are provided.
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