Monks journey by SC on peaceable stroll. Why are they strolling?

Buddhist monks who’ve gained social media traction on their “Walk for Peace” have reached South Carolina, the sixth state on their journey.

Four-legged companion “Aloka the Peace Dog” can also be trailing together with the group, who has his very personal Instagram page with over 160K followers.

“South Carolina, we are honored to walk your roads and meet your people. May we share peace, compassion, unity, and healing together,” the monks posted on their Facebook on Tuesday, Jan. 6 ― the day of their arrival into the state.

Here’s what to know in regards to the monks and the place their final cease is.

Who are the monks taking part within the ‘Walk for Peace?’

Nineteen monks originating from the Huong Dao Temple in Fort Worth, Texas, are at the moment on the “Walk for Peace,” led by venerable Bhikku Pannakara. Rescue canine Aloka can also be touring with the group.

What is the ‘Walk for Peace?’

The “Walk for Peace” demonstration is a 120-day, 1,300-mile effort to “raise awareness of peace, loving kindness, and compassion across America and the world,” in line with the group’s Facebook web page.

Where are the monks touring to?

The monks, who’ve been touring on foot since Oct. 26, 2025, from Fort Worth, Texas, are on their strategy to Washington, D.C., for his or her final cease.

How can I assist the monks on their journey?

The monks have briefly paused accepting materials donations for the “Walk for Peace” attributable to restricted area, however they’re nonetheless open to financial donations by their web site and to peaceable prayers.

“Please note: we have everything we need for the journey ― food, shoes, supplies, and more. However, we are open to any donation and offering in person at our stops,” stated the web site.

Where are the monks proper now?

The “Walk for Peace” stay map is out there on the Dhammacetiya web site. Although it’s supposed to point out the precise route and cease areas for the day and is up to date each 15-60 minutes, it solely exhibits the journey’s approximate location. Monitoring the “Walk for Peace” Facebook web page is the easiest way to obtain up-to-date info relating to the group’s present exercise.

Where will the monks cease subsequent in South Carolina?

The “Walk for Peace” overview map exhibits that the monks are in McCormick as of Wednesday, Jan. 7, and that their subsequent cease is in Edgefield.

Nina Tran covers trending matters for The Greenville News, a part of the USA TODAY Network. Reach her by way of e-mail at ntran@usatodayco.com.