Originally Posted by
LadyLena
Oooh, I'm actually Vietnamese and my family has been Buddhists for as long as I can remember.
I always visited the temples on Sundays to practice my Vietnamese, as I really wasn't fluent in writing.
But I've always saw visitors that weren't Vietnamese and they were warmly welcomed.
And visiting the temples on one of the holidays is very exciting as well. Like the Autumn Moon Festival and Asian New Years.
That's where everything gets livened up with the lights, dances and food.
I can't really tell you much about the meditation practices, I haven't been to the temple in awhile.
Plus, I was a kid. We weren't allowed in the praying room at the time.
But I remember to release any desires you had and meditating a great way to relax and bring the good atmosphere to you.
Otherwise, I can't really help you, but buddhists are really open to other people and followers. I don't think the language will be a problem, but it's always a good way to communicate.