Buddhism in New Zealand
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Buddhism is New Zealand's third largest religion after Christianity and Hinduism, standing at 1.5% of the population of New Zealand.[1] Buddhism originates in Asia and was introduced to New Zealand by immigrants from East Asia.
There are many Buddhist temples and centres in New Zealand for New Zealand Buddhists to practice their religion. The largest being Fo Guang Shan Temple in Auckland. The International Buddhist Centre in Christchurch's Riccarton Road opened in 2007; it was designed by Warren and Mahoney.[2][3] Closed after the 2011 Christchurch earthquake, the temple reopened in August 2016.[4]
References
- ^ Table 28, 2013 Census Data – QuickStats About Culture and Identity – Tables.
- ^ "International Buddhist Centre". Warren and Mahoney. Retrieved 1 January 2017.
- ^ "NZ 'paradise on Earth'". The Press. 3 October 2007. Retrieved 1 January 2017.
- ^ "Go Guide August 5-12". The Press. 5 August 2016. Retrieved 1 January 2017.
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