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12Apr 2025 by Thupten No Comments

Buddhist Monastery in Pokhara

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[metaslider id="10183"] Buddhist Monastery in Pokhara: A Unique Spiritual Experience If you’re searching for a monastery in Pokhara, a visit to a Buddhist monastery in Pokhara offers a deeply peaceful and enlightening experience. Nestled in the beautiful Himalayan foothills, Pokhara is not only known for its lakes and mountain views but also for its spiritual richness. One of the most unique ways to explore this side of Pokhara is through a monastery visit as part of a Tibetan cultural tour. At The Tibetan Encounter Day Tours, we offer exclusive cultural experiences that take you deep into the heart of Tibetan refugee settlements in Pokhara. During our tours, we visit two significant Buddhist monasteries in Pokhara, where you get the rare opportunity to meet Buddhist monks, witness their prayer chanting, and…

20Mar 2020 by Thupten

Tibetan Opera.

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An introduction to Tibetan Opera Tibetan Opera or Ace Lhamo (Sister Fairies) in Tibetan is an ancient art form that boasts a history of over 600 years. Some historians trace its roots further back to Tibet’s pre-Buddhist era, when Bon was the main religion, thus making Tibetan Opera one of the oldest forms of theatre in the world. One of the most cited theories about the origin of Tibetan Opera involves a legend about a 14th century monk named Thang Tong Gyalpo. According to the story, Thang Tong Gyalpo, who was born in Shigatse county in Tibet, embarked on a fund-raising campaign in order to build a host of bridges across the country after seeing that many people were not able to reach their destinations due to their inability…

01Feb 2020 by Thupten

Losar: The Tibetan New Year

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Losar is the Tibetan language translates to New Year. Lo means year and sar means new. It is one of the major festivals of the Tibetan people as it marks the beginning of a new year of the Tibetan lunar calendar. While official celebrations start on the first day of the new year, preparations begin much earlier. Tibetans spend days leading up to the new year engaged in rituals to rid oneself of the negativities and bad luck of the previous year. This period which starts two days ahead of Losar is known as Gutor. The first Gutor or Nyi Shu Gu falls on the 29th day of the last month of the year. On this day people clean their homes, take bath as part of purifying their environment and…

19Jan 2020 by Thupten

Tibetan Medical System

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The Tibetan Medical System or Sowa Rigpa (in Tibetan) is one of the oldest medical traditions in the world with a history dating back to 200 BC. It is also one of the three principal systems of medicine in Asia. Closely linked with the spiritual philosophy of Buddhism, the Tibetan Medical System is based on the book rGyud-bZHi or the Four Tantras written by Yuthog Yonten Gonpo. The book was first published in the 8th century and remains the fundamental medical text even today. This text was based primarily on Tibet’s indigenous medical system, but it also incorporated various Asian medical traditions. The experiences and observations of the early Tibetan inhabitants who discovered natural remedies for nearly all types of health problems formed the basis for the Tibetan medical system.…

18Dec 2019 by Thupten

Tibetan Language

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The Tibetan language belongs to the Tibeto-Burman group of the Sino-Tibetan language family. It is spoken by over six million people, mainly residing in the Tibetan Autonomous Region and in parts of India, Nepal, and Bhutan. The Tibetan language is generally divided into four main dialect groups. The Central dialect or the Lhasa dialect is the most commonly spoken dialect due to it being the basis for the Standard Tibetan language. Along with Chinese, it is also the official language of the Tibetan Autonomous Region. The other dialects are: Kham dialect, Amdo dialect and Ladakhi dialect.As the name suggests these dialects are spoken by people from the regions of Kham in eastern Tibet, Amdo in the northeast part of Tibet and Ladakh in northern India. These languages share the same…

19Nov 2019 by Thupten

Tibetan refugee settlements in Pokhara.

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[metaslider id="10046"] Tibetan Refugee Settlements in Pokhara The Tibetan refugee settlements in Pokhara are home to thousands of Tibetan refugees. Established in the 1960s, these settlements preserve Tibetan culture, traditions, and Buddhist heritage. Visiting a Tibetan refugee settlement in Pokhara offers a deep insight into Tibetan history, Buddhism, and daily life. If you want to experience Tibetan culture, join one of our guided Tibetan cultural tours: Morning Tibetan Cultural Tour Pokhara Morning Half Day Tibetan Cultural Tour Full Day Tibetan Cultural Tour Pokhara Half Day Tibetan Cultural Tour Afternoon Tibetan Cultural Tour Sarangkot Sunrise Morning Tibetan Cultural Tour in Pokhara, Nepal Sarangkot Sunrise Morning half day Tibetan cultural Tour These daily tours provide an authentic way to explore Tibetan refugee life in Nepal. Explore the Tibetan Refugee Settlements in Pokhara…

10Sep 2017 by Thupten

Life Inside the Tibetan Refugee Settlements of Pokhara – A Cultural Travel Insight

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[caption id="attachment_1563" align="aligncenter" width="995"] Recent Pokhara tour group enjoys Tibetan tea at a the home of a local Tibetan family[/caption] Discover the Best Pokhara Tour: Tibetan Refugee Settlement Experience Embark on an unforgettable Pokhara tour of the Tibetan refugee settlements with Tibetan Encounter. Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of the Tibetan community, who have built a life in Nepal despite the challenges they’ve faced. This cultural tour offers a unique opportunity to explore Tibetan heritage, spiritual practices, and traditional healing methods. The Tibetan people have preserved their cultural identity through centuries, even after facing displacement from their homeland. Their culture is steeped in Buddhist teachings, a rich spiritual tradition that guides their daily life and well-being. Tibetan refugees in Pokhara continue to live according to their time-honored…

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