Tushita Meditation Centre
Tushita is a centre for the study and practice of Buddhism from the Tibetan Mahayana tradition. We're located in Northern India, in the forested hills above the town of McLeod Ganj, Dharamsala - the seat in exile of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama.
Special 2025 Preview Announcement!
Geshe Tenzin Zopa:
Thirty Seven Steps to the Lasting Happiness of Enlightenment
– What are you waiting for?
May 17 – 26, 2025
10-Day Introduction to Buddhism Courses
For those who are new to Buddhism as well as returning students who would like to deepen their study and practice.
Last Courses of this Season!
November 5 – 14, 2024
November 19 – 28, 2024
Events & Courses with Special Teachers
Suitable for both beginners and experienced students.
The Precious Garland of the Sublime Path: The Oral Instructions of Lord Gampopa with Geshe Lhakdor
Sundays, November 3, 10, 17 & 24, 2024 @ 8.00 – 9.30pm IST
Online Only
Intermediate/ Advanced Courses
For those who have already taken one of our Introduction to Buddhism courses.
Wisdom and Compassion:
The Seven-Point Mind Training
led by Venerable Thubten Wangdu
November 6 – 14, 2024
Preparing for Death
with Confidence and Compassion
led by Venerable Amy Miller
November 20 – 28, 2024
Short Courses
Suitable for both beginners and experienced students.
Navigating Buddhism and Science: Technology of Enlightenment and Mental Health
led by Corey Jackson
November 15 – 17, 2024
Drop-in Sessions
Only in town for a short time? Just drop-in!
No registration needed & by donation.
Drop-in Guided Meditation
Monday – Saturday, 9.00 am IST
Hybrid
Movie Days
Mondays & Fridays, 2.00 pm IST
Pujas
You are also welcome to join one of our pujas – see our Calendar of Events for up-to-date information.
Tibetan Buddhist Festival Days
Lhabab Düchen
November 22, 2024
Facilities
You’re also welcome to visit our excellent library, or use one of our 3 meditation halls for your own practice.
Since we have ongoing residential courses and retreats, we ask visitors to help support our students by keeping silence while here.
We hope that this retreat environment makes your visit more special, and warmly welcome you to stop by for a taste of Tushita.