For those with a sense of adventure and an interest in the people of eastern Tibet, their culture, environment and spirituality, Amnyi Trulchung Rinpoche will be leading a trip to his home region of Dzachuka from June 26th - July 23rd. Dzachuka is the birthplace of renowned 19th century master, Patrul Rinpoche and the site of his awe-inspiring mani wall.
This will be the fourth trip led by Rinpoche. For a taster view our film clip of highlights from the 2006 trip:
In this stunning region you can experience the authentic living tradition of Tibetan Buddhism and the warmth and hospitality of the Khampa people. In Dzachuka you will have the opportunity to participate in a short meditation retreat at Rinpoche's Ju Mohor Monastery, visit the remote mountain refuge of the great female master Tseley Khandro Rinpoche and camp overnight at Mani Dungkar, the longest wall of carved mani stones in Tibet.
After Dzachuka, we move on to Derge. Set in a stunning landscape, it boasts the famous printing house where complete collections of Buddhist texts have been printed since the 18th century.
We will then travel to Yachen Gar, an encampment of followers of His Holiness Achuk Rinpoche, one of greatest living Dzogchen masters. This lies in a beautiful hidden valley, south of Kandze on the Tibetan plateau.
Ju Mohor was established ca. 1650 by the First Amnyi Trulchung Rinpoche, a student of Jigme Lingpa. Many famous masters including Patrul Rinpoche and Ju Mipham Rinpoche have taught, practiced and attained realisation at this small, but significant monastery. Jamgon Mipham Rinpoche, who spent many years here, wrote of Ju Mohor....
"It is the dwelling place of wild geese, wise saints, a place of tantric teachings and practice and the auspicious meeting place of great masters"
The monastery was destroyed in 1959, but was rebuilt and is currently undergoing restoration to better reflect its historical significance.
This breathtaking wall, over a kilometre in length, consists entirely of hand-carved mani stones and images.
It is one of the most significant yet least known pilgrimage sites of Tibet. Patrul Rinpoche began the construction of the wall at the place where his root teacher, Jigme Gyalwe Nyugu, gave teachings which he immortalised in "The Words of My Perfect Teacher".
This is one of the most widely read texts of Tibetan Buddhism.
Yachen Gar is one of the main centres of Buddhist learning in eastern Tibet. The seat of His Holiness Khenpo Achuk Rinpoche, over 8,000 monks, nuns and laypeople study and practice under his guidance.
The visit to the Gar provides a precious opportunity to be present among a vast gathering of people completely devoted to spiritual practice. The magnificence and spaciousness of the landscape mirror the spiritual power and serenity of Lama Achuk.
Delok Tseley Khandro Rinpoche, at 116 years of age, is one of the great living masters of Tibet. Her remote nunnery, situated in a breathtaking valley, is the home to over 400 nuns.
Surrounded by a stunning landscape, Derge is the home of the famous Barkhang printing house where a complete collection of Buddhist texts have been printed since the 18th century.
Often regarded as the cultural heart of Kham, this area was the capital of the Kingdom of Derge which was the largest of the five kingdoms of Kham.
The trip is limited to 20 people and only a few places remain. If you have questions about the trip or are interested in joining please contact us by sending an email to .
