Last year we were very happy to share the news that the nine metre statue of Guru Padmasambhava at Garphu, in Upper Mustang, Nepal, had finally been completed.
SSI UK
A Buddhist Pilgrimage Through Japan
Visit winter temples, hot springs and the living Buddhist traditions of Japan 20 February to 6 March 2027
The Buddha’s Teachings in Business
A talk from the Shang Shung UK’s the ‘Light of Kailash’ lecture series, a public platform for rigorous, accessible Tibetan studies.
A Spiritual Journey Through the Heart of Bhutan
Our recent expedition to Bhutan took us deep into the history and spiritual heart of this Himalayan kingdom
Rigzin Changchub Dorje’s Stupa in Maratika
One of the 108 stupas of the precious terma of Nyala Rigzin Changchub Dorje now stands along a mountain path
MARATIKA RETREAT AND PILGRIMAGE
Shang Shung UK—together with the MACO Museum of Oriental Art and Culture—presents one of the most significant sacred journeys of the coming year
Maratika & Kathmandu Valley Pilgrimage 2026
SSI UK and the MACO Museum are delighted to once again offer a unique spiritual journey: Maratika & Kathmandu Valley Pilgrimage, March 21-April 5, 2026
A Life of Knowledge – Words of the Master
Adriano Clemente, long-time student and translator of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu, will share his reflections on more than four decades of collaboration with the Master.
Chögyal Namkhai Norbu – A Life of Knowledge
Chögyal Namkhai Norbu was not only a great Dzogchen master but also a renowned scholar whose work illuminated many dimensions of Tibetan culture.
A Heartfelt Offering: A Guru Padmasambhava Statue
Our nine meter tall statue of Guru Padmasambhava, created in honor of our beloved Master Chögyal Namkhai Norbu, has now been completed.
Almost Done! Support the Guru Rinpoche Statue Painting
The structure of our beautiful Guru Rinpoche statue is now complete! We are now in the final stage of fundraising to give the statue a splendid paint job.
A Trip to Maratika to Meet the Dakini
An account by Cheh Goh of the recent pilgrimage to Maratika in Nepal organized by Shang Shung UK and the MACO Museum.