Ladakh, often referred to as the "Land of High Passes," is renowned for its stunning monasteries (or gompas) that reflect its ...

A Vietnamese monk who became an internet hit last year is going international.Thich Minh Tue, 44, is on a 1,650-mile barefoot ...

The yogi’s only biography was written by his disciple. An Australian scholar used the text to document his travels, revealing ...

Post the Industrial Revolution in the 18th century, there was a progressive demand in the United Kingdom and Europe for ...

A Monumental History of Buddhism in India” by Shashank Shekhar Sinha traces 2500 years of history of Buddha and Buddhism.

The ramifications of the elderly Dalai Lama's impending death are becoming impossible to ignore — and without a plan, this ...

The researchers found 18 ancient sculptures, including rare Shaiva and Buddhist deities, dating back to the 6th or 7th century Common Era (CE). These artefacts include intricately carved miniature ...

Larung Gar, founded in 1980, has long been a hub for Buddhist monks and nuns seeking to deepen their spiritual education.

A thousand butter lamps were lit at the ceremony held in Thimphu's Kuenrey of Tashichhodzong that was led by the King.