Drikung Rinchen Choling

Drikung Rinchen Choling, located in Arcadia, CA, is H.E. the 8th Garchen Rinpoche's main Dharma Center in southern California. Under the guidance of H.E. Garchen Rinpoche and Ven. Lama Thupten Nima, it offers a space for students to engage in daily practice and short-term retreats. H.E. Garchen Rinpoche, renowned in the Drikung Kagyu tradition, is celebrated for his vast realization and compassion.

Ven. Lama Thupten Nima, the current resident abbot of DRC, brings a wealth of experience from his tenure at Gar Monastery in Tibet and the Garchen Buddhist Institute. His commitment to sharing the teachings of Buddha is evident in his role as the Resident Lama overseeing the center's activities.

The center also provides teachings from revered masters like His Holiness Drikung Kyabgon Chetsang Rinpoche and His Eminence Garchen Rinpoche. Through a variety of mantras, practices, and retreats, participants have the opportunity to deepen their spiritual journey and connect with the teachings of Tibetan Buddhism.

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