A beautifully peaceful spot nestled within our Shambhala Gardens that’s adorned with two rare amethyst hearts, a magnificent black jasper seat and surrounded by rose quartz.
Hidden in a floral grove on a hill overlooking the Crystal Labyrinth and Blessing Buddha is a beautifully serene oasis dedicated to love. With two large mounted heart-shaped amethysts, this ring is encircled by rose quartz stones and positioned in its centre is a seat for two. Signboarded adjacent to the circle’s outer ring is Oriah Mountain Dreamer’s potent poem, The Invitation.
The Love Garden is an enchanting space. Surrounded by vibrant flowers, lush greenery, and the gentle sounds of nature, this tranquil haven invites you to pause and connect with the deeper energies of love and authenticity. Perfect for quiet solo contemplation or shared moments, the Love Garden embodies the peaceful and nurturing spirit of Crystal Castle.
In creating this sanctuary, Crystal Castle’s Creative Director Sono King explains that “my intention was to create a place where you can sit alone or with a beloved, surrounded by the power of rose quartz, the stone of love, and gaze upon the beautiful amethyst hearts, letting them weave their magic on you.’
Positioned on a board at the Love Garden’s outer ring is Oriah Mountain Dreamer’s poem – The Invitation. It’s a profound call to live authentically, exploring who we are beyond our external achievements. The poem challenges us to explore the essence of who we are – what we long for, how we handle joy and sorrow, and our capacity for love and courage. With raw honesty it invites the reader to consider a life of truth, vulnerability, and deep connection.
You might need to seek out the Love Garden at Crystal Castle. This quiet sanctuary is hidden – so it’s a perfect place to practice mindfulness and reflection.
In 2018 on a journey to Brazil, Crystal Castle founder Naren King and his daughter Ayla discovered two giant amethyst hearts. They had never seen anything quite like these extraordinary carvings before. In feeling so happy to have found them, they took them back to Australia with the intent to place them in Shambhala Gardens.
The creative design of the Love Garden was brought to life by Crystal Castle’s Creative Director, Sono King, who carefully crafted this beautiful space for mindfulness and reflection.
The Love Garden’s seat is made of jasper because jasper is known for its grounding and nurturing properties. This stone is said to promote stability, balance, and emotional healing, making it the perfect material for a tranquil space dedicated to mindfulness and reflection.
Sitting on a jasper seat in the Love Garden allows you to connect deeply with the calming energies of nature in a state of peace and tranquility. You can therefore feel both physical and emotional support, and rest and reflect in a nurturing environment.
Crystal Castle’s intriguing story is one of love and dedication to a big vision.
Open Every Day 10am – 5pm Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and Good Friday
81 Monet Drive, Montecollum, NSW, 2482 Crystal Castle & Shambhala Gardens © 2024. All rights reserved
We acknowledge the traditional custodians of this land, the Arakwal people and the Widjabul Wia-bal people of the Bundjalung Nation. We pay our respects to elders past and present and extend that respect to all First Nations people today.
Open Every Day 10am – 5pm NSW time. Last entry 4pm.
Closed Good Friday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
81 Monet Drive, Montecollum, NSW, 2482 Australia.
Crystal Castle & Shambhala Gardens © 2024. All rights reserved
We acknowledge the traditional custodians of this land, the Arakwal people and the Widjabul Wia-bal people of the Bundjalung Nation. We pay our respects to elders past and present and extend that respect to all First Nations people today.