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Root Institute for Wisdom Culture

A Buddhist centre in the Tibetan tradition located in Bodhgaya, India, where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment, offering a tranquil place to stay, to study & practice, or do individual or group retreat, we also serve Bodhgaya and surrounding villages through our social service projects.

Announcements

Lojong Teachings at Muaro Jambi – With Tsenshap Serkong Rinpoche

Confirmed dates: 11 – 16 April 2026

Upcoming events

The Middle Way: Path to Complete Freedom – With Charok Rinpoche 09 Jan – 16 Jan
Tsenshap Serkong Rinpoche – Song of the Four Mindfulnesses 17 Jan – 22 Jan
Geshe Dorji Damdul – Bodhicitta Retreat with Emphasis on Bodhicitta and Wisdom of Emptiness (in Tibetan) 26 Jan – 05 Feb

Drop-in sessions

Guru Puja with Tsog 6:30 pm 13 Jan
Recitation of Manjushri Nama Sangiti & Protector Prayers 6:30 pm 17 Jan
Medicine Buddha Puja 6:30 pm 18 Jan
Tara Puja 6:30 pm 26 Jan

Book your stay

Single, double, triple rooms, and dormitories for short- and long-term accommodation; delicious vegetarian meals.
Before booking, please read all about your stay.

Meditation

Practice individually or attend
guided drop-in meditation sessions

Spiritual Programme

Study Buddhism in the land where
the Buddha attained enlightenment

Pilgrimages

Visit holy places of the region
with knowledgeable guides

Holy objects

Feel the serence presence of our
stupas, statues, and prayer wheel

Library

Browse our extensive collection of
Dharma texts, teachings, and videos

Retreats

Undertake personal or group retreat
in our peaceful haven

Spiritual Programme 2025 – 2026

More events are coming for next season. Watch this space!
You can register for free courses and retreats when booking your stay.
And once events are completed, you can still access them via our listing of this season's past events.

Attention students of Khensur Rinpoche's course – Understanding the Nature of Mind – reference text available for download

Introductory Courses & Retreats

The Middle Way: Path to Complete Freedom – With Charok Rinpoche 09 Jan 2026 – 16 Jan 2026
Tsenshap Serkong Rinpoche – Song of the Four Mindfulnesses 17 Jan 2026 – 22 Jan 2026
Opening the Heart – The Way of the Bodhisattva – With Venerable Lozang Drolma 07 Feb 2026 – 14 Feb 2026

Intermediate Courses & Retreats

Geshe Dorji Damdul – Bodhicitta Retreat with Emphasis on Bodhicitta and Wisdom of Emptiness (in Tibetan) 26 Jan 2026 – 05 Feb 2026

Group Retreats

Extensive Water Bowl Offering Retreat at Mahabodhi Stupa 07 Feb 2026 – 07 Mar 2026

Special Events

Losar Prayer Festival Dedicated for the Swift Return of Kyabje Zopa Rinpoche 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm 18 Feb – 03 Mar

Pilgrimages

Pilgrimage to Rajgir – With Venerable Lozang Drolma 15 Feb 2026
Lojong Teachings at Muaro Jambi – With Tsenshap Serkong Rinpoche 11 Apr 2026 – 16 Apr 2026

We strive to fulfil the vision of our spiritual guides by offering service to our neighbouring community.

Bodhgaya's Blessings: Festivals of Lights & Merit

On the four holiest days of the Tibetan Buddhist Calendar, we celebrate the deeds of the Buddha.

Festivals in 2026

Chötrül Düchen – Losar and Lord Buddha's 15 Days of Miracles 18 Feb 2026 – 03 Mar 2026
Saka Dawa Düchen – Lord Buddha's Birth, Enlightenment, and Mahaparinirvana 31 May 2026
Chökhor Düchen – Lord Buddha's First Turning of the Wheel of Dharma 18 Jul 2026
Lhabab Düchen – Lord Buddha's Descent from Heaven of the Thirty-Three 01 Nov 2026

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