The Dilemma of Return — Tibetan Lamas and the Politics of Pilgrimage – Tibet

Tibet: New Demolitions at the Larung Gar Monastic Center

The famous monastery faces renewed pressure as its residents endure displacement and silence. The post Tibet: New Demolitions at the Larung Gar Monastic Center first appeared on Bitter Winter.

The Dilemma of Return — Tibetan Lamas and the Politics of Pilgrimage – Tibet

By Khedroob Thondup The question of whether Tibetan lamas in exile should visit Tibet if permitted by Beijing is not simply a matter of travel. It is a profound test of spiritual fidelity, political calculation, and communal unity. On the surface, such visits promise a long-awaited homecoming, a chance to reconnect with sacred landscapes and ease tensions. Yet beneath that promise lies the risk of exploitation, division, and propaganda.