Eastern Bhutan Neykor with Kyabje Kalu Rinpoche.

During the recent Buddha relic tour through the emerald hills and misty valleys of eastern Bhutan, Kalu Rinpoche found himself profoundly moved by the depth of devotion that radiated from its people. Like a sacred thread binding the hearts of thousands, their faith was unwavering, a beacon of spiritual fervor that touched his soul.

Over 2 weeks the Buddha Relic was in Bhutan an estimated 275,000 people came to receive blessing from the Relic, which is close to half the population of this Buddhist country. From the first light of dawn, villagers young and old, cloaked in their finest Ghos and Kiras, assembled in serpentine lines stretching as far as the eye could see. Some had begun their journey as early as 4a.m., braving the chill of the Himalayan winter morning, driven by an unshakable yearning to receive blessings from the holy relics.

Rinpoche was struck by their quiet patience and the sacred silence that enveloped these gatherings. Their eyes shimmered with hope and reverence, each gaze a silent prayer. To witness such an outpouring of devotion was to glimpse the very heartbeat of Bhutanese spirituality, a pure and untainted expression of faith that left him in awe.

As the tour progressed, Rinpoche felt a stirring within his own heart. The mountains and rivers of eastern Bhutan seemed to echo the people’s prayers, their faith resonating with the rhythm of nature itself. Touched by this profound spiritual energy, he realized that he must give back—not through mere words or fleeting gestures, but by immersing himself in the timeless practices that form the essence of Bhutanese spirituality.

For Rinpoche, the ancient and trans formative practice of Chö—the ritual of cutting through ego and offering oneself to the universe—felt like the most soulful and authentic way to connect with the people of eastern Bhutan. This practice, a melodic symphony of chanting, drumming, and prayer, would be his offering to the land and its people, a bridge between their devotion and his own path.

With a heart full of determination and gratitude, Kalu Rinpoche has resolved to return to Tashigang in March 2025. He is do an Empowerment and over the course of three days, he will chant Chö in the serene embrace of this sacred region blessed by Guru Rinpoche, offering blessings and forging a deeper bond with the people who inspired him. He envisions the practice not just as an act of spiritual connection but as a shared moment of transcendence—a space where the devotion of the public and his own meditative offerings converge in harmony.

In this way, Rinpoche’s journey to the east becomes more than a pilgrimage; it transforms into a celebration of faith, a testament to the enduring spirit of Bhutanese Buddhism, and a heartfelt tribute to the people whose unwavering belief lights up the valleys like the first rays of dawn

Details of the Neykor:

26^th March Wednesday: Fly to Guwahati, Tour bus to Samdrup Jongkhar, do immigration and drive to Tashigang.

27^th March Thursday: Receive Rinpoche at Yongphula airport in morning, Visit Yongphula Lhakhang, Yonphu  and Kanglung zangto pelri. After lunch Empowerment.

28^th March Friday: Morning Teaching and late afternoon the Chö prayer #1 Day

29^th March Saturday: Morning Teaching and late afternoon the Chö prayer #2 Day

30^th March Sunday: Morning Teaching and late afternoon the Chö prayer #3 Day

31^st March Monday: Drive to Autsho, Lhuntse Dzongkhag, visit Guru statue, Je Lhakhang at Autsho Night Halt Autsho, Lhuntse

1^st April Tuesday: Visit Jangchobcholing Lhakhang and Lhuntse Dzong, night halt Autsho Lhuntse.

2^nd April Wednesday: Drive to Tashigang visit Dremitse Dzong and Tashigang Dzong.

3^rd April Thursday: Drive to Guwahati from Tashigang and exit from Samdrup Jongkhar night halt in Guwahati.

4^th April Friday: Fly to Delhi

Highlights of the Neykor

4 Days with Kalu Rinpoche

2 to 4 Casual dinner with Rinpoche and with Q&A

Chö Empowerment

3 days of teaching in the morning and 3 days of Chö chanting in the evening.

Jangchubcholing Monastery

Takila Guru Statue

Takila Guru Statue

Jangchubling Monastery

Tashigang Dzong

Lhuntse Dzong

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Unveiling the Dragon Kingdom Through Bhutanese Eyes 

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Nestled in the lap of the Himalayas, Bhutan has long been celebrated as the last great Himalayan kingdom—a nation where ancient traditions harmoniously coexist with modern aspirations. Niguma Experience is more than just a travel company; it is your gateway to understanding this extraordinary country through the lens of its own people. 

Our mission is simple yet profound: to introduce Bhutan to the world as Bhutanese know and cherish it—a land of pristine nature, awe-inspiring architecture, and profound spiritual heritage, guided by the wisdom of a beloved King and Queen.

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