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The Great Stupa of
Universal Compassion
An iconic Australian landmark inspiring
peace and compassion
Visit the Great Stupa
Experience one of Australia’s largest cultural attractions.
Immerse yourself in culture, architecture, art and interfaith harmony at the Great Stupa of Universal Compassion.
Located just outside of Bendigo, only 2 hours from Melbourne and 15 minutes from Bendigo.
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25 Sandhurst Town Road, Myers Flat (Bendigo)
VIC 3556
What's on
Mingyur Rinpoche
- 31 Aug - 4 Sep 2026
Tergar Australia is delighted to announce that Mingyur Rinpoche will be returning to Australia for a series of very special events in Victoria.
These will be Rinpoche’s only events in Australia, so to allow those who need to make travel and accomodation arrangements, we are publishing as much information as we have at the moment.
Great Stupa Death Festival
- 19 September 2026
- 11am - 3pm
Enjoy inspiring guest speakers, free face painting, Kids Dharma Club, great coffee, delicious donuts, food, and plenty of activities for all ages in a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere.
Vegecareian Festival
- 3 October 2026
- 10am - 3pm
Enjoy a celebration of vegetarian and vegan food, live cooking demos, craft stalls, and blessings for furry friends in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere.
Discover unique treasures
at the Great Stupa
Gift Shop
Unique treasures at the Great Stupa Shop
Memorials at the Great Stupa
Dedicated to interfaith harmony, an everlasting resting place of remembrance.
The Great Stupa of Universal Compassion is surrounded by memorial walls, trees and beautiful roses. The landscaped gardens are set against the tranquil backdrop of prayer wheels, meandering pathways, water features, and is an ideal place for quiet reflection and peaceful meditation.
The StupaView Café
A warm, inviting vegetarian cafe offering fresh, flavourful dishes, open 7 days a week.
Fresh, local, and made with love The Stupaview Café, Bendigo’s only all-vegetarian café, serves delicious meals alongside locally roasted coffee and specialty teas. Enjoy vibrant flavours in our cosy café or the pet-friendly courtyard with incredible views of the Great Stupa.
Support our vision
“When we donate to The Great Stupa we help create a holy object that will provide unbelievable benefit to countless sentient beings for thousands of years.”
Lama Zopa Rinpoche
General Donation
Make a once-off or reoccurring donation directly to The Great Stupa.
EOFY Donation
This donation form supports our DGR approved fund. Donations made through this form are tax deductible in Australia. Please use this form if you wish to receive a tax deduction for your contribution.
Stupa Prayer Wheels
A unique and limited opportunity for you to sponsor a Prayer Wheel mounted on the Great Stupa of Universal Compassion.
Full Moon Candle Offering
A donation to The Great Stupa for an amount of your choosing.
Ascend the Stupa
Be the first to ascend the stupa by supporting the final works to complete the first path of many to the top of the stupa.
Prayer Flags Hung at the Great Stupa
Purchase a set of prayer flags to be hung from a Bodhi Tree at The Grea Stupa.
Great Stupa Library
Support the Great Stupa Library, a centre for Buddhist study, science and multi-faith dialogue.
Subscribe to the Great Stupa newsletter
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