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Monks Embrace Digital Transformation in Phuentshogling
In an unprecedented move blending ancient traditions with modern technology, the monks of Palden Tashi Chholing Shedra in…
The Timeless Impact of Padmasambhava’s Life Stories
Going about our busy lives, it is easy to overlook the ancient stories that have shaped the lives…
A Journey through Pemayangtse Monastery, the Ancient Crown Jewel in Sikkim, India
Perched on the serene hilltop of Pelling in West Sikkim, the Pemayangtse Monastery echoes with stories of the…
Monks and Nuns Embrace New Role in Battling Non-Communicable Diseases
In an innovative move to combat the growing threat of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), health officials have embarked on…
Embracing the Convergence of Cinema and Spirituality at Bodhipath Film Festival
In a vibrant melding of art and spirituality, the Bodhipath Film Festival, jointly presented by the International Buddhist…
Origins of Bumchu Buddhist Festival at Tashiding Monastery in Sikkim
Bumchu, the blessed water vase ritual of Tashiding, is a unique and significant event that attracts pilgrims from…
Empowerment in the Air: Gelephu Ceremony Transcends Expectations
Devotees from near and far have gathered in Gelephu to participate in a month-long spiritual ceremony that promises…
Historic Groundbreaking Ushers in a New Era for Gelephu’s Spiritual Landscape
In a momentous ceremony that marked a cultural renaissance for the region, the groundbreaking of the Gelephu Choeten…
Why Buddhist Monks Travel to India to Deepen Their Knowledge
Buddhism is one of the world’s major religions, with its origins in ancient India. Buddhist monks, in particular,…
Dolung Monastery Weaves History, Myth, and Miraculous Relics
Located in the serene Khotokha Valley of Bjena Gewog in Wangdue, the 17th-century Dolung Sherub Yoedsel Chhoeling Goenpa—more…