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We also run a thriving sponsorship programme for children, elderly Tibetans, monks and nuns.

This is not simply about repairing a building. It is about protecting a place where Tibetan faith and traditions continu...
21/10/2026

This is not simply about repairing a building. It is about protecting a place where Tibetan faith and traditions continue in exile.

High on Observatory Hill in Darjeeling, Gangchen Ri Tenkhang has been a place of prayer, religious observance and community gathering for Tibetans living in exile for more than 30 years.

Built through donations and voluntary labour by the local Tibetan community in the early 1990s, it continues to be used for prayers and traditional ceremonies, including the monthly Sang-sol incense offering.

For a community forced to rebuild their lives away from Tibet, places like Gangchen Ri Tenkhang have a significance that goes beyond their physical structures. They provide somewhere to gather, practise their faith and pass traditions from one generation to the next.

But years of heavy rain and exposure to the elements have taken their toll.

The roof is deteriorating, water is entering the building, and essential repairs are urgently needed to prevent further damage.

Our Urgent Temple Appeal aims to raise £15,554 by 30 November, so restoration work can begin during the most suitable winter weather.

The Tibetan community built this place more than 30 years ago. Now they need our help to protect its future.

Please support our Urgent Temple Appeal.

Donate today: https://www.tibetrelieffund.co.uk/appeal-protect-a-living-heritage

: Five colours, a world of meaning.Tibetan prayer flags are rich in symbolism, from their vibrant colours to the sacred...
20/10/2026

: Five colours, a world of meaning.

Tibetan prayer flags are rich in symbolism, from their vibrant colours to the sacred imagery printed across them.

Traditionally, the five colours each represent an element: blue for space, white for air, red for fire, green for water and yellow for earth. Together, they reflect the connection between the natural world and Tibetan Buddhist beliefs.

At the centre of many prayer flags is the lungta, or ‘wind horse’, often depicted carrying precious jewels. A symbol of good fortune and vitality, the wind horse is associated with the spread of positive aspirations and prayers.

Together, these colours and symbols form part of a tradition that continues to play an important role in Tibetan cultural and spiritual life.

Follow along each Tuesday as we explore the traditions, language and culture of Tibet.

Photo credit: Sachin Mittal

Why do we give?Perhaps because something matters to us.A place. A community. A belief in compassion. A hope that someone...
19/10/2026

Why do we give?

Perhaps because something matters to us.

A place. A community. A belief in compassion. A hope that someone we may never meet will have opportunities we would wish for those closest to us.

For many people, supporting a charity becomes part of how they express the things they care about.

And those values do not have to end with a single gift or a single moment.
A gift in your Will is one way of allowing something you have cared about during your lifetime to continue.

Not simply leaving something behind.

Carrying something forward.

Find out more about leaving a gift in your Will: https://www.tibetrelieffund.co.uk/leave-a-gift-in-your-will

A family outside their new home in Bakhang, Nepal, built with support from Tibet Relief Fund.

: A reliable water supply is essential to keeping a health centre running smoothly and safely. Renovation of the underg...
18/10/2026

: A reliable water supply is essential to keeping a health centre running smoothly and safely.
Renovation of the underground water tank at the Tibetan Primary Health Care Centre in Dekyiling, India, was completed in August, addressing years of leakage and deterioration in the nearly 30-year-old structure.

The work included structural repairs, waterproofing and tiling, helping to prevent future leaks and improve hygiene throughout the health centre.

Now back in regular use, the renovated tank provides a more reliable water supply for patients and staff, supporting essential daily activities across the treatment rooms, kitchen and staff quarters.

These important repairs help create a cleaner, safer environment for everyone who depends on the health centre.

Thank you to our supporters. Your generosity makes improvements like this possible, helping us continue to support Tibetan communities in exile.

There is no vehicle access to Gangchen Ri Tenkhang.Every piece of construction material needed for the restoration must ...
16/10/2026

There is no vehicle access to Gangchen Ri Tenkhang.

Every piece of construction material needed for the restoration must be carried up by hand.

It is one of the practical challenges facing the Tibetan community in Darjeeling as they work to protect the Tenkhang they built more than 30 years ago.

Today, the roof is deteriorating, water is entering the building, and essential repairs can no longer wait.

Our Urgent Temple Appeal aims to raise £15,554 to replace the roof, improve drainage and carry out the restoration needed to protect this active place of Tibetan worship.

We need to have the funds in place by 30 November, so work can begin during the most suitable weather period.

If you can help, please make a donation today.

Together, we can help ensure Gangchen Ri Tenkhang remains a place of prayer, tradition and community for years to come.

Donate here: https://www.tibetrelieffund.co.uk/appeal-protect-a-living-heritage

: Through movement, music and tradition, Tibetan dance brings culture to life. This photo from the Tibet Relief Fund ar...
15/10/2026

: Through movement, music and tradition, Tibetan dance brings culture to life.

This photo from the Tibet Relief Fund archive captures a Lhamo dance performance in Chandragiri, India, where Tibetan communities in exile continue to celebrate their rich cultural heritage.

A traditional form of Tibetan opera, Lhamo brings together dance, music, singing and storytelling to captivate audiences. Through performances like these, Tibetan culture and traditions continue to be shared, celebrated and passed on to future generations.

Today marks 49 days since the devastating floods along the Tibet-Nepal border.In Tibetan Buddhist tradition, the 49 days...
14/10/2026

Today marks 49 days since the devastating floods along the Tibet-Nepal border.

In Tibetan Buddhist tradition, the 49 days following death are a significant time for prayer and remembrance, as the consciousness passes through the bardo, the intermediate state between death and rebirth.

We remember all those who lost their lives in the floods and hold their families, friends and communities in our thoughts. We also stand in solidarity with all those whose lives have been profoundly affected by the disaster, as they face the loss of homes, livelihoods and places deeply connected to their heritage.

May this be a moment of reflection, compassion and solidarity, bringing comfort to those who grieve and strength to the communities facing the long process of recovery.

: A simple scarf can carry a beautiful message. In Tibetan culture, a khata is a traditional ceremonial scarf offered a...
13/10/2026

: A simple scarf can carry a beautiful message.

In Tibetan culture, a khata is a traditional ceremonial scarf offered as a gesture of respect, goodwill and warm wishes. It is often presented when greeting guests, celebrating special occasions or showing appreciation to others.

Usually white, the khata symbolises purity and sincerity. The act of offering one is a meaningful way to express kindness, appreciation and a wish for happiness.

From welcoming loved ones to marking important milestones, this cherished tradition brings meaning to moments of connection and celebration, continuing to hold a special place in Tibetan cultural life.

This photo, shared by one of our partner organisations in India, shows students preparing khatas to offer to their loved ones as part of their school’s Parent’s Day celebrations.

Follow along each Tuesday as we explore the traditions, language and culture of Tibet.

Add a moment of calm to your day with the gentle, resonant tones of a Tibetan singing bowl. Used for centuries in medita...
12/10/2026

Add a moment of calm to your day with the gentle, resonant tones of a Tibetan singing bowl.

Used for centuries in meditation and mindfulness practices, Tibetan singing bowls are cherished for their soothing sounds and traditional association with sound healing.

Whether you are looking for a thoughtful gift for friends or family, or a little moment of peace for yourself, a singing bowl invites you to slow down, relax and reflect.

Now 50% off! Get your own Tibetan singing bowl today for just £19.99.

Every purchase from our Enlightened Gifts shop helps support our work with Tibetan communities living in exile in India and Nepal.

Discover more from our shop.
https://www.enlightenedgifts.org/

What Do We Leave Behind?Perhaps it is not simply what we leave, but what we have cared about.The kindness we have shown....
11/10/2026

What Do We Leave Behind?

Perhaps it is not simply what we leave, but what we have cared about.
The kindness we have shown.
The values we have lived by.
The people and causes we have chosen to stand alongside.

Across generations, so much is carried forward — knowledge, culture, compassion and the opportunities we create for those who come after us.

For more than sixty years, supporters have stood alongside Tibet Relief Fund and Tibetan communities living in exile.

A gift in your Will is one way that support can continue — carrying something you care about forward into the lives of others.

Find out more about leaving a gift in your Will: https://www.tibetrelieffund.co.uk/leave-a-gift-in-your-will

Archive image: Tibetan School. Photograph: Irene Slegt / Tibet Image Bank.

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