Lama Gaun Annual Fall Retreat Schedule (2025)
To help us provide everyone with comfortable lodging, sufficient meals, and the support needed for a smooth event, we ask that all participants register in advance using the online registration portal.
Please note that onsite registration will not be available at Lama Gaun.
Early registration ensures everything is well prepared for your arrival.
OCTOBER 31
Check-in
NOVEMBER 1-7
Gyalten Khen Rinpoche’s Path of Awakening retreat will awaken students to selected lamrim (graduated path) and lojong (mind training) teachings and practices. Inspired by 27 essential sayings, Rinpoche’s practical instructions are a direct and concise means to a joyous body, mind, and life. They are easy to integrate into one’s daily life and lead to the liberation of complete awakening.
NOVEMBER 8-9
Nepal Pilgrimage
November 8
Self-Rising Tara, Asura Cave, Vajrayogini Temple, Patan Durbar Square ; overnight at the Mercury Hotel, Kathmandu
November 9
Boudhanath and Swayambhu Stupas return to Lama Gaun in the evening
NOVEMBER 10-11
Lama Gaun Grand Opening Ceremony
November 10
Great Consecration of Lama Gaun Monastery and Three Large Statues
Lunch with Chöden Rinpoche Gyalten Tenzin
Evening –Lama Chopa practice
November 11
Lhabab Duchen Buddha’s Return From The God Realm Day
Grand Opening Ceremony at Lama Gaun Monastery with ribbon cutting, and speech by Gyalten Khen Rinpoche. Choden Rinpoche Gyalten Tenzin the special guest of honor. There will be Tibetan and Nepali folk drancing.
NOVEMBER 12
Departure
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