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Welcome to Namgyal

Namgyal Monastery in Ithaca, New York, is the North American Seat of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama. Open to all, Namgyal offers authentic teachings of Tibetan Buddhism in a traditional monastic setting.

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Capital Campaign

We're building a wonderful new facility for teaching, housing, and retreats. It's called Dü Khor Choe Ling, or The Land of Kalachakra Study and Practice. See the progress and learn how you can help.

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Teachings and Events

Namgyal Monastery offers a vibrant array of programs, study opportunities, and cultural events. Our instructors include resident Namgyal monks, visiting teachers, and preeminent Western scholars of Buddhism.