Tibet, known for its spiritual depth and cultural richness, also has a fascinating architectural history, marked by the construction of grand palaces. The Yungbulakang Palace, one of Tibet’s oldest and most significant palaces, stands as a testament to the evolution of Tibetan architecture. Situated in the Yarlung Valley, Yungbulakang is considered the first royal palace...Read More

The Legacy of the Great 13th Dalai Lama, Thupten Gyatso The Great 13th Dalai Lama, Thupten Gyatso (1876–1933), stands as one of the most important and influential figures in the history of Tibet. Known for his remarkable leadership in both the religious and political spheres, his life reflects the complexities and challenges of Tibet in...Read More

Shatra Paljor Dorje: A political mastermind whose leadership in Tibet's struggle for independence and key role in the Simla Conference continue to inspire. Learn about his life, exile, and legacy."Read More

The Four Noble Classes of Old Tibet: The Rise of the Midrak Aristocracy In modern times, the aristocracy of Old Tibet was divided into four distinct classes based on family background, political power, and other factors. These classes were: Yabshi ཡབ་གཞིས, Depon སྡེ་དཔོན, Midrak མི་དྲག, and Gerpa སྒེར་པ. Among these, the Midrak class, often described...Read More