Further reading: China and the reincarnation of the Dalai Lama Tibetan Buddhists regard him as the 14th reincarnation of their leader from about six centuries ago, chosen by monks according to ...

In the twilight of his life, Tibet’s spiritual leader casts an eye on the past and his struggle with the Chinese regime.

Nan Shepherd’s The Living Mountain is a meditation on the Cairngorms. Decades on, its quiet wisdom remains urgent, reminding ...

As she spoke, Mrs Sherpa prepared Tsajya, a salty Tibetan tea. Its unique flavour was unlike anything I had ever tasted, ...

Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim, is a beautiful small hill station, famous among tourists for its Buddhist monasteries, natural scenery and rich culture. Rumtek Monastery, Tsomgo Lake and Nathula Pass ...

Nestled in the heart of the Himalayas in Himachal Pradesh, Keylong serves as a gateway to the breathtaking landscapes and ...

On March 10, 2025, over 400 German municipalities will once again show their colors for Tibet. This is an important signal of ...

Here’s what you need to know about the types of meditation and how to get started. Rooted in Eastern religions such as Buddhism, meditation is a practice that seeks to sharpen your awareness and ...

Anderson’s connection to Tibet, Buddhism, and the practice of meditation started 15 years earlier when she went on a retreat with the Insight Meditation Society in Massachusetts in 1977.

The celebration is held during the first 10 days of the Tibetan New Year. Thousands of monks will gather at the Jokhang Temple in Lhasa to worship Sakyamuni, perform religious rituals, chant prayers, ...