Welcome to Watt Munisotaram, a Cambodian Buddhist temple located in Empire, Minnesota, about 30 minutes south of the Twin Cities. Established in 1982, the temple serves as a spiritual sanctuary and cultural hub for the Cambodian community and followers of Theravada Buddhism across the Midwest.

Watt Munisotaram is administered by the Minnesota Cambodian Buddhist Society, Inc. (MCBS), was established by Cambodian refugees seeking to preserve their religious traditions and cultural heritage after resettling in the United States in 1975. Over the decades, the temple has grown into the largest Cambodian Buddhist temple in the country, offering a peaceful environment for meditation, prayer, and community gatherings.

Visitors are welcomed to explore the temple grounds, participate in traditional ceremonies, and learn about the rich history and teachings of Buddhism. Whether you're here for spiritual reflection or cultural connection, Watt Munisotaram offers a unique and enriching experience for all.

Our Mission:

1. To promote loving-kindness, compassion, and peace by expounding the teaching of the Buddha;

2. Foster virtue;

3. Support the practice of meditation as a means to attain wisdom;

4. Reach out to the community in service;

5. Engage the youth in Religious and Communal Life;

6. Preserve and develop the Cambodian traditional and cultural values

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