Taklung Monastery
Ancient Wisdom for the Modern World
Preserving the Sacred Taklung Kagyu Tradition Since 1180
Welcome to Our Sacred Community
One of Tibet's most revered monasteries, home to the Taklung Kagyu tradition for over 800 years
1180
FOUNDED
7000
MONKS AT PEAK
800+
YEARS OF TRADITION
4
CHIEF KAYUG SCHOOL
"In the southern region of darkness realm, the great righteous persons like Ugyen Pema Juney (Padma Sambhava) and Zhabdung Ngawang Namgyal visited and blessed all the environments and living beings."
Sacred Heritage
Founded by Taklung Thangpa Tashi Pal in 1180, our monastery stands as one of the four chief schools of the Kagyu tradition, preserving ancient wisdom for future generations.
Living Teachings
Experience authentic Buddhist practices including Mahamudra meditation, Guru Yoga, and Vinaya disciplines that have guided countless practitioners toward enlightenment.
Global Community
From our original seat in Tibet to centers worldwide, the Taklung Kagyu tradition continues to flourish, adapting ancient wisdom to contemporary life.
Founded in 1180 by Taklung Thangpa Tashi Pal, we are one of the four chief schools of the Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. Our mission is to preserve and transmit the precious dharma teachings for the benefit of all sentient beings.
"May all beings be free from suffering and the causes of suffering. May all beings find happiness and the causes of happiness."
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Drugyel, Paro : Bhutan
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