Museum
Norbulingka Institute
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Norbulingka Institute is a cultural haven dedicated to preserving traditional Tibetan arts and crafts, located in a peaceful suburb of McLeod Ganj. Visitors can explore a beautiful Tibetan-style temple, a museum showcasing thangka paintings and sculptures, and live workshops where artisans create woodcarvings, appliqué work, and metal crafts. The lush gardens and koi ponds add to the tranquil atmosphere. It's a place to witness living traditions and purchase authentic handmade souvenirs directly from the artists. The institute also offers short courses in Tibetan arts.
Don't miss
- Watching artisans create thangka paintings and woodcarvings in live workshops
- The serene Tibetan temple with intricate murals and a giant Buddha statue
- The museum's collection of traditional costumes, masks, and ritual objects
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Norbulingka Institute
You can visit Norbulingka Institute on your own. A guide mainly adds context, what you are looking at and why it matters, and a tour can add transport or combine nearby sights into one day.
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