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Hey there,

I would like to know if there are Buddhist communities for foreigners in China. (Or maybe in other places in Asia)

I know that there are several buddhist institutions in the country where I live but I really want to practice Buddhism in Asia.(I prefer China)
My plan would be to live there for like a year.

Are there buddhist institutions in China where you can also learn Mandarin?

I hope you can give me some information on this subject.

Thanks a lot

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Dear Venice,
You will see from my description that China is not really my field of expertise. However I have heard enough bits and pieces to feel confident that there are such places - unfortunately, however, not enough to actually point you at any.
So good luck, but keep searching - I think you will succeed.
All the best
AW

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