This small area of Mims, ... One of the statues depicts Shakyamuni Buddha, ... White Sands Buddhist Center is located on Knost Drive between Interstate 95 and U.S. Highway 1 in Mims.

White Sands was formed in 2005. The buildings were erected in 2006 and the iconic statues began arriving in 2012. There’s also a social dining hall, gift shop and mediation areas on the property.

A path behind the statue leads to a chamber guarded by two protector deities. Behind the giant Buddha, a small entrance flanked by guardian statues leads to the interior of the lotus pedestal, which ...