We are delighted to announce a retreat with Namkhai Yeshi from 20–27 August 2026 at Merigar East, where we will also celebrate the 20th anniversary of our beautiful Gar.
FEATURES
Thirty Years on the Vajra Dance Mandala
Last year marked a special anniversary for our practitioners from the Baltic countries—thirty years on the Vajra Dance Mandala.
How Meeting Norbu Rinpoche Changed My Life
It was my good fortune that when Rinpoche returned to London to give further teachings that his translator was busy so I was asked if I felt able to translate.
The 7th Anniversary of Our Master Chögyal Namkhai Norbu
On September 27, 2025, we mark the seventh anniversary of our Master Chögyal Namkhai Norbu’s passing, and we remember him with deep love and gratitude.
Summer at Kunsangar North
The main event of the summer at Kunsangar North was the “Myriad Worlds” festival (August 7-10).
Latest Releases from Shang Shung Publications
See the most recent publications from SSP in English, Italian, Spanish and Chinese, read about books in the pipeline and find links to explore the webshop
Podcast Interview with Santi Maha Sangha Teacher Jakob Winkler
The third in a series of podcast interviews with Santi Maha Sangha teachers.
Between Screen and Gönpa: Living the Practice
There are several hundreds of practice and study sessions published monthly on Sangha App by single practitioners or by gars and lings.
Merigar East Summer: Retreats, Renovation & Collaboration
It is important to remember that whether we practice online or onsite, as Gakyils, members, or individual practitioners, we share the same path.
ASIA’s Solidarity Trips
Supporters can meet the people they sponsor – children, monks, the elderly – and get to know the Himalayan countries from a different perspective
Support the Ka-ter Translation Project!
“If we don’t take an interest in translations, there cannot be a continuation of the Teaching”. Chögyal Namkhai Norbu, 1981
Three Video Interviews with Summer Students of the Dynamic Space of the Elements
The Dynamic Space of the Elements, an innovative cultural and artistic initiative founded at Merigar West, represents a remarkable effort to engage young people through art, community practices, and cultural preservation.