Tashilhunpo Monastery: The Seat of the Panchen Lamas

Introduction to Tashilhunpo Monastery Tashilhunpo Monastery, renowned as the seat of the Panchen Lamas, is a pivotal institution within Tibetan Buddhism, situated in Shigatse, Tibet’s second-largest city. The name “Tashilhunpo”…

Drepung Monastery: An Overview of Its History and Influence

Founding and Historical Context Drepung Monastery, one of the largest and most significant monastic universities in Tibetan Buddhism, was founded in 1416 by Jamyang Chöjé Tashi Palden. This establishment emerged…