I thoroughly enjoyed my visit here. The gardens are lovely and the feel of the entire area is calm and peaceful. The entry fee ($22 adult) will get you a great guidebook with lots of information and a overview of many aspects of this place - Buddhism, crystals, Chakra and spirituality. The gardens are lovely to wander around. They are not extensive in area, nor strenuous to see, just beautiful. There are tours on specific topics each day and the golden World Peace Stupa entices you to meditate and enjoy your own experience. You will see Aboriginal art and a range of Hindu deities. Also on site, the Lotus Cafe offers fresh food, much of it supplied from their own garden. Coffee is good. Views of the surrounding area are stunning. The whole visit is very enjoyable.
Love love love this place. It's well worth $22 for adult entry. Peaceful and calm and beautiful. A rare treasure in a wonderful place. You'll see the largest amethyst crystal on display in the world. There's also large smoky Quartz, clear Quartz and the grounds are filled with rose quartz and smaller (but still quite large) amethyst geodes. There's a huge sitting Budda in a quite spot where you could sit and meditate all day. You can buy your own smaller versions of semi precious stones from the gift shop along with anything healing and anything for tranquil living. There is a cafe with a limited choice and good coffee. I love the way they are fully sustainable and even the knives and forks can be recycled. Try the massage chairs just inside the cafe for a gold coin they are fantastic. You could easily spend all day here and if you check their website before you go you will find there are sessions on meditation, healing, readings, chakra etc throughout the day so time your visit ...read more
