Visit Norbulingka Institute

Visit Norbulingka Institute, Dharamshala Overview

Norbulingka Institute in Dharthshala is a premier destination for preserving and promoting the Tibetan culture. Established in 1988, the Institute is dedicated to the study, practice and preservation of the unique Tibetan culture - in both its traditional and modern forms. Norbulingka Institute is a non-profit organisation, set in a park near premises of the Dalai Lama's residence. Its primary focus is on the study, preservation and promotion of the traditional art, literature, culture and environment of Tibet. It serves as an educational centre for students and a learning platform for the community. The institute teaches traditional Tibetan arts and crafts, including thangka painting, wood-carving, appliqué and collage making, drama and music as an attempt to preserve the cultural heritage of the Tibetan people. It also offers contemporary disciplines such as computer, language, literature and so on. The Norbulingka Institute has created a unique framework of education to help protect and preserve the legacy of Tibetan culture through publication, research, and promotion activities.

With donations made by experts, students and well-wishers, the Institute has built a carefree and safe environment which is conducive for research and learning activities. The Norbulingka Institute is also an ideal tourist destination for anyone interested in the Tibetan culture. Its campus, decorated with colorful sculptures and symbols, houses displays of traditional activities.

It has a theatre, public school and library where visitors can spend time reading through books, magazines and journals. At Norbulingka a wide range of courses are offered to suit the needs of the community. Events such as discussion series, seminars, and public lectures provide great learning opportunities - from the basics of Buddhist philosophy to more advanced concepts in Tibetan culture, art and language. From traditional painting to modern language, Norbulingka Institute is a world-renowned centre for preserving Tibetan culture in its literary and artistic forms. Visit Norbulingka Institute today and witness the beauty of Tibetan culture for yourself.