This spiritual site just north of Missoula, Montana lies within the Flathead Indian Reservation and is part public park, botanical garden and Buddhist Center. The garden’s purpose is “to bring about positive transformation within those who visit, in response to the negativity that abounds in the world today.” We were moved by the scale of the garden and the beauty of the location, and inspired by the many quotes of Buddha placed along the garden paths. We felt a sense of peace and calm and renewal as we wandered through. Here is a map and description of the garden and its symbolism.

Buddha Quotes are placed throughout the garden.

The Prayer Flag Tent on the hill above the garden was quite moving and we felt a spiritual connection. Prayers flags are important in Tibetan Buddhism as the prayers printed on the flags are believed to be cast out by the wind to spread good will and compassion.

At the end of our journey through the garden, we fully embraced the mantra…