Tassajara Zen Mountain Center

Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, located in California's Big Sur, is a renowned retreat in the Zen Buddhist tradition, established in the 1960s. It offers a serene environment for meditation, mindfulness training, and communal living, attracting both seasoned practitioners and newcomers seeking spiritual growth. Visitors participate in a daily schedule that includes meditation, mindful work, and communal meals, fostering a deep connection to nature and inner reflection. Tassajara also houses a Zen monastery, where monks practice and teach Zen principles, emphasizing simplicity, awareness, and compassion in everyday life.