The city of Hyderabad has been an point of Buddhism and teaching since 1000 years as of now. There are celebrations like Lumbini Festival and Buddha Jayanti happening every year. Ananda Buddha Vihara is a Buddhist religious place and cultural center for training Buddhism located in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh. It’s located in Mahindra Hills locality of Secunderabad and Hyderabad twin cities with an allocated area of 3 acres on top of a small hill.

The Ananda Buddha Vihara offers one of the best views of the city. You would be astonished by the calm serenity of this place. Outside the hall there is a mini garden with the beautiful idol of Lord Budha as seen in the picture under the tree. Lord Buddha under the tree depicts the scene where he attended the Nirvana. The Ananda Buddha Vihara is a pleasure to visit at any time especially on weekend at times where you need a little peace and lot of quietness.

The Vihara was inaugurated by 14th Dalai Lama named Tenzin Gyatso in 2002. With proposed museum hall it can be a varied place to gain knowledge about Buddhism and the teachings of Lord Buddha. By paying Rs 365 a year you will receive programs and have access to their library. If you show a good interest then there are monks to help you out in understanding Buddhism to its extremes. It does have a lotus pool and an artificial water fall which brings in surprising number of children here at any point of time.

Adderss:
Mahendra Hills,
Secunderabad - 500026
Timings:
6:00am-11:00am; 4:00pm-9:00pm
Nearest landmarks:
Mata Amrita Nandamayi Ashram
Chenoy Nursing Home
Directions from landmarks:
Take the road towards E Mrredpally. The Vihara is about 300 mtrs on the right