Yishin Norbu Memorial Pilgrimage 2024
Kathmandu — Lumbini — Kashinager — Sarnath — Bodhgaya
27/01/2024 – 15/02/2024 Nepal — India
Yishin Norbu Memorial Pilgrimage 2024 — A Blessed Journey
The 2024 Yishin Norbu Memorial Pilgrimage has been completed with great auspiciousness. Led by the Venerable Chakung Lama Tsewang Rinpoche, this 20-day journey followed the sacred footsteps of H.H. Jigme Phuntsok across the holy Buddhist sites of Nepal and India.
Throughout the pilgrimage, experienced Khenpos provided invaluable teachings and guidance. Participants deepened their spiritual connections, received profound blessings, and gained insights into the Buddha's teachings.
May the seeds of compassion and wisdom planted on this journey continue to flourish within every participant and benefit all sentient beings.
"May all who see and hear of this journey be benefited, and may the merit of this pilgrimage be dedicated to all sentient beings."
Pilgrimage Plan
The plan is subject to modifications based on actual conditions
1st destination
Kathmandu, Nepal
27/01/2024 – 03/02/2024
- •YANGLESHO
- •DROLMA RANGJUNG (SELF RISEN TARA STATUE)
- •ASURA CAVE
- •DORJE PHAKMO STATUE (VAJRAYOGINI)
- •TAUDAHA LAKE
- •H.H DUDJOM RINPOCHE MONASTERY
- •DZONG-NANG MONASTERY
- •TUDIKHEL (BOTONG GONPO)
- •SWAYAMBHUNATH TEMPLE (MONKEY TEMPLE)
- •TAKMO LUJIN
- •NAMOBUDDHA
- •DROLMA SUNGJONMA (TARA STATUE)
- •KA-NYING SHEDRUB LING MONASTERY
- •BOUDHANATH STUPA (Dudjom Chod Practice)
Asura Cave, Nepal
- •The Asura Cave is a significant historical and religious site located in the Pharping area.
- •The Asura Cave is believed to be one of the sacred places where Guru Padmasambhava meditated during the 8th century.
- •H.H Jigme Phuntsok revealed the intellectual terma of the 'Neck Pouch Dorje Phurba Practice' in this cave.
- •We will have the great fortune to practice the 'Neck Pouch Dorje Phurba Practice' in the sacred site of Asura Cave.
2nd destination
Lumbini, Nepal
04/02/2024 – 05/02/2024
- •Head to Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, located in Nepal.
- •Visit the sacred Maya Devi Temple, where Buddha was born.
- •Explore the peaceful Lumbini Garden, home to various monasteries and ancient ruins.
3rd destination
Kashinager, India
05/02/2024 – 06/02/2024
- •Travel to Kushinagar, the place where Buddha attained Parinirvana (passed away).
- •Visit the Mahaparinirvana Temple and the reclining Nirvana statue of Buddha.
- •Explore the Ramabhar Stupa, where Buddha's cremation took place.
4th destination
Sarnath, India
06/02/2024 – 08/02/2024
- •Journey to Sarnath, where Buddha delivered his first teaching.
- •Visit the Dhamek Stupa, a massive structure marking the spot of Buddha's teachings.
- •Explore the ruins of ancient monasteries and visit the Sarnath Museum to see Buddhist artifacts.
- •Visit to Sarnath International Nyigma Institute
5th destination
Bodhgaya, India
08/02/2024 – 15/02/2024
- •DUNGESHWARI CAVE
- •LODRUK KAWA
- •SUJATA STUPA
- •RAJGIR (Chariot Wheel Marks, Gridhakuta Hill)
- •NALANDA UNIVERSITY
- •NALANDA MUSEUM
- •BHIMBISARA JAIL
- •MAHABODHI TEMPLE
- •BODHI TREE
- •NEARBY MONASTERIES AND TOURIST ATTRACTION CENTRES
Pilgrimage Completion
Heartfelt gratitude to your presence and dedication have made this pilgrimage a transformative and enlightening experience.
As we return to our daily lives, let us carry the blessings and lessons we have received. May the seeds of compassion, love, and wisdom that were planted during this journey continue to flourish within us and inspire positive change in the world.
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Successfully Completed: Yishin Norbu Memorial Pilgrimage 2024 — Nepal & India. The special pilgrimage was led by the Venerable Chakung Khenpo Tsewang Rinpoche. Over these 20 days, we embarked on a sacred journey following the footsteps of H.H. Jigme Phuntsok, visiting holy sites across Nepal and India. Throughout, experienced Khenpos offered invaluable guidance, teachings, and spiritual instructions. May this journey continue to bring blessings and transformative experiences to everyone involved.
Travelogue
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