In Honor of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu
We are deeply happy to share that our nine meter tall statue of Guru Padmasambhava, created in honor of our beloved Master Chögyal Namkhai Norbu, has now been completed. The statue stands in the breathtaking landscape of Upper Mustang, Nepal—high in the mountains, close to the Tibetan border—an area steeped in Vajrayana tradition. There, countless practitioners of Guru Rinpoche will gather, pray, and find inspiration in their faith.
This project has truly been a collective act of devotion. Friends and practitioners from all over the world came together to make it possible. Many offered donations, some offered their artistic creations for fundraising, and others shared their skills by giving courses—all with the single wish of seeing this vision come alive. Thanks to everyone’s generosity, kindness, and effort, the statue now stands as a lasting tribute to our Master.
We especially wish to thank Drugu Choegyal Rinpoche, a lifelong friend and admirer of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu, who reminded us that in the Himalayan tradition, the most fitting way to honor a great master is through a commemorative statue or stupa—something that will endure in a sacred setting, carrying the name and blessings of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu far into the future.
The result is truly beautiful, and it belongs to all of us. May it continue to inspire practice, devotion, and remembrance for generations to come.
To see pictures and learn how this project developed please visit www.shangshunguk.org.
