Two Tibetan projects

There have been two projects in Tibet; both were undertaken at the request of the local people. These have given rise to opportunities for further involvement in Tibet, a country whose immensely strong nomadic and spiritual traditions are very much in alignment with Makhad's vision.

The mani wall in the Terton Chogar Gompa

This monastic complex is situated in a sheltered valley in Central Amdo. Behind the monastery there are four long walls built out of stones inscribed with Buddhist mantras ('manis') and accompanied by some 2,000 intricately engraved flagstones. These were built by local craftsmen in the period 1923-1951 but had become damaged. They are a remarkable manifestation of the cultural and spiritual life of Tibet and especially valued by the local nomadic people. The Trust has funded local craftsmen to carve replacements and through visiting work parties has assisted with the rebuilding.

Restoration of Murals in the Lukhang Temple

The Lukhang Temple is situated on a small island in a lake that is part of the surrounding landscape of the Potala Palace in Lhasa. It was built by Dalai Lama VI in the seventeenth century and the murals on its interior walls are exceptional and unique. Both the building and murals were in a state of disrepair. The Trust, in collaboration with Central Himalayan Studies and with the support of Kundeling Temple and the local Buddhist Association, has initiated a project designed to reproduce, conserve and restore the murals.

Tibetans working
Buddha and Tanka