
ZANGDOK PALRI: A Sacred Mandala of Light
Join us in fulfilling the vision of Guru Rinpoche and Kyabje Dudjom Rinpoche by building a temple of refuge and realization
Join us in fulfilling the vision of Guru Rinpoche and Kyabje Dudjom Rinpoche by building a temple of refuge and realization
Zangdok Palri, the Glorious Copper-Colored Mountain, is the pure land of Guru Padmasambhava—the great master who brought Vajrayana Buddhism to Tibet. Building this temple is not just constructing a physical space—it is the manifestation of a living mandala, a sacred offering of devotion rooted in the Dudjom Tersar lineage.
This once-in-a-lifetime project invites Dharma practitioners worldwide to join in creating a spiritual sanctuary for preserving, practicing, and spreading the Nyingma tradition. Through your offerings and prayers, the temple becomes a gateway for blessings, healing, and awakened activity.
Located at Dundul Raptenling Monastery in Odisha, India—founded by His Holiness Dudjom Jigdrel Yeshe Dorje Rinpoche and now led by Lama Sonam Tashi Rinpoche—Zangdok Palri is envisioned as a spiritual hub for the global Nyingma, Dudjom Tersar, and Chöd sanghas.
Since its inception in 2017, the project has overcome many challenges due to its remote location and complexity. Today, nearly 50% is complete, with the foundation and outer structure already built. The next phase focuses on sacred art and interior details, with the aspiration to complete the temple by 2027.
We aim to raise 500,000 USD to complete the construction of the new Zangdok Palri temple.
For the benefit of all the sentient beings and Buddha dharma, and with the abundant fortune of the beings, His Holiness Dudjom Jigdrel Yeshi Dorji founded the sacred Dudul Raptenling Monastery in Orissa. Lama Sonam Tashi who has pure intention in serving the Buddha doctrine immensely is leading with a plan to build authentic Zangdopalri there for the benefit of Buddha doctrine in general and particularly for all the sentient beings. Therefore, I urge the benefactors and generous people to support with whatever help you can extend. Written by Sangay Pema Zhedpa, who holds the name of Dudjom Tulku, on the auspicious Descending Day of Lord Buddha in Wood Sheep Year of Tibetan 17th Rabjung.
Lama Sonam Tashi of Dundul Rabtenling Monastery, the sacred place in Orissa which was blessed by His Holiness Dudjom Jigdrel Yeshi Dorji Drodul Lingpa Tsel, the representative of Guru Rinpoche, has a plan with pure intention to build new Zangdopalri there to bring benefit to Buddha dharma. Therefore, I urge the faithful and generous sponsors to make a contribution up to your capability. This is written by Dungse Zhenphen Dawa Norbu from Yeshi Nyingpo, New York, America, on auspicious waxing moon of 11h Month in Wood Sheep Year.
Kind notice to everyone interested in accumulating merit, As all know that Dundul Raptenling Monastery in Orrisa, East India, is established by His Holiness Jigdrel Yeshi Dorji Rinpoche. Lama Sonam Tashi, who is faithful and bears pure intention, is leading to build a new Zangdolpari to benefit Buddha doctrine in general and particularly as to renovate and develop the monastery established by our previous Guru. I personally extend my hearty appreciation for that. And urge everyone who are fascinated in accumulating merit to extend your every possible support. Written by Bhutanese meditator Garab Dorji, holding the name of Dudjom lineage.
The plan of building new Zangdopalri at Dundul Raptenling Monastery which was established by His Holiness Jigdrel Yeshi Dorji Rinpoche situated in sacred place of Guru Rinpoche at Orrisa, India, is intended to accumulate two accumulations of merit and wisdom by all. Therefore, I heartily appreciate Lama Sonam Tashi, who is leading the project, for your constant courage and pure intention to make this happen for the benefit of Buddha doctrine. I request faithful people interested in doing virtuous deed to support whatever you can. Kathok Situ Jamgon Choekyi Nyin-Jed
Site blessing by masters. Foundation laid through the generosity of early donors. Images and stories from the early phase.
Status: Completed
Sacred artisans begin statue-making, mandala paintings, carvings. Photos and renderings of art in progress.
Status: In Progress
A global Dharma celebration. Final dedications, ceremonial offerings, and blessings for future generations.
Status: Upcoming
Be Part of a Sacred Legacy.
With your offering, you help build a living mandala of awakening that will benefit countless beings for generations.
Help Raise $500,000 to Build Zangdok Palri
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