Can I stay in a monastery in Dharamshala?

In Dharamsala, you have a unique opportunity to stay in a monastery, attend pujas, speak to the monks and become a part of the Tibetan spiritual world for a while. Guyto monastery has got rooms for rent for their visitors.

Which town of Dharamshala is important for the Buddhist?

The 14th Dalai Lama established his “Government in exile”, in 1960 at Mcleod Ganj in the upper part of the town of Dharamshala.

Can you just join a Buddhist monastery?

While at a Buddhist Monastery, you can indulge in any of the acts of learning and sharing. You may join the monks at prayer, or you may learn about their traditions, beliefs, and culture. You can also meditate alongside the monks to get connected to peace and solitude.

Can I meet Dalai Lama in Dharamshala?

Where to Meet the Dalai Lama? Dharamshala in Himachal Pradesh is where the Dalai Lama resides. He has been living here since 1959, when he was forced to escape into exile after the brutal suppression of Tibetan national uprising by the Chinese troops.

Can you visit the Dalai Lama?

The Dalai Lama no longer holds public audiences, but when ‘in town’ he does sometimes give public sermons in Dharamsala’s ‘Dalai Lama Main Temple’. His schedule is public record and can be found here. If you are planning of building a visit to Dharamsala around a public sermon please let us know in plenty of time!

Where does Dalai Lama live?

McLeod Ganj, India14th Dalai Lama / Residence

Can you stay in a Buddhist monastery in India?

While most Buddhist monasteries in India offer accommodation for only those who are keen on taking a course or studying Buddhism, some of them also offer accommodation for tourists and adventure junkies looking for solitude.

Where is Dalai Lama living now?

Dharamshala
Since 1959, the Dalai Lama has lived in exile in Dharamshala, nestled in the Himalayas, and Tibet has remained a sensitive factor in India’s relationship with China, with whom it shares a 2,000-mile border. India has control over the Dalai Lama’s movements, both within India and abroad.

Can normal people meet the Dalai Lama?