Buddhism & Religion

Tibetan Buddhism is known and all over the world for it’s dazzling temples, ancient artistic traditions and message of compassion to all living things. This section aims to give yo more information on the historical background and philosophical basis of this intriguing religion as well as advice on how to behave in the company of it’s practitioners.

Tibet Today

A historical overview of the Tibetan political situation from 1949 to the present time, explaining some of the issues behind the struggle and the current situation in Tibet and for those in exile.

After losing their independence in 1949 to China's newly formed Communist government, the Tibetan people have suffered immensely. The ruthlessly crushed uprising in 1959 (which led to the flight of H.H. Dalai Lama into exile), the devastation of the decade-long Cultural Revolution, and the disastrous Chinese-enforced agricultural and environmental policies have resulted in the loss of over 1.2 million Tibetan lives since 1950.