Drupdey Pelchen Khang serves as a dedicated retreat center for monks, providing a serene environment to engage in meditation and spiritual practice for any duration they choose. Founded by Rinpoche in 2017, the center embodies his vision of fostering life skills and spiritual growth among practitioners. His long-term goal is to establish an international retreat center to make these opportunities more accessible worldwide.
At the heart of Drupdey Pelchen Khang’s mission are two vital pillars of Buddhist practice: Shedra (the learning center) and Drupda (the practice center). While Shedra focuses on in-depth study of the Buddha Dharma, Drupda serves as the primary hub for meditation and experiential practice, essential for attaining the highest realizations in Dharma.
The inaugural retreat began with three senior monks and lay female practitioners. Spanning from 2017 to 2024, their practice encompassed foundational preliminaries, the three roots practice, and advanced Dzogchen teachings. This marked a significant milestone in the center’s journey, demonstrating the transformative power of dedicated retreat practice.
Looking ahead to 2025, Drupdey Pelchen Khang is moving forward with a new building project to provide a healthier and more sustainable retreat environment. The current center, built as a semi-permanent structure, has begun to raise health concerns for long-term practitioners. With initial seed funding, groundwork has already begun on the new facilities, which will include eight retreat cabins—arranged in four buildings with two units each—and a central hall serving as a temple for teachings, group practice, and community gatherings. Rooted in the Longchen Nyingthig lineage, the center remains committed to supporting practitioners on their path to enlightenment through authentic and profound teachings.
To fully realize this vision, additional support is still needed. We warmly invite your contribution to help complete this vital project and ensure a safe, stable, and spiritually enriching retreat space for generations of practitioners to come.
