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The Khurul Through the Eyes of Elista College of Arts Students
At the heart of their creative works stands the khurul. Every year, on the grounds of and near our temple, first- and second-year students of the painting department of the Elista College of Arts carry out their study practice. On…
Wisdom in Action: What Was Discussed at the Lecture by Shajin Lama Geshe Tenzin Choydak
A special gathering took place within the walls of the Central Khurul — a lecture by the Shajin Lama of Kalmykia, Geshe Tenzin Choydak, devoted to the foundations of Buddhism. Two hours of deep conversation, sincere questions, and wise answers…
Creative Ensembles of the Republic Presented Another Musical Offering to the Three Jewels
The Musical Offering that took place today by the walls of the Central Khurul once again began with an ancient prayerful invocation — the mantra “Buddham Saranam Gacchami.” Its translation — “I take refuge in…
Three Days Until the Musical Offering to the Three Jewels
Three days until the most eagerly awaited event. On May 17, the First day of Urs Sar, Elista will host another Musical Offering to the Three Jewels. Today the artistic director of the National…
The Main Buddhist Temple of Kalmykia Is Increasingly Visited by Young People
Every day, hundreds of people visit our temple. On weekends alone, up to 5,000 people turn to our accredited guides. These are mostly tourists, believers, and curious travelers from…
A Substantive Conversation. A Meeting on Preserving the Kalmyk Language Was Held at the Government of the Republic of Kalmykia
Today is International Mother Language Day — a day reminding everyone that language is the foundation, the key to preserving the cultural identity of any people. The day before, a very significant meeting was held in the conference hall of the Government of the Republic of Kalmykia…
Two Large White Kibitkas Adorn the Grounds of the Central Khurul
Two large white kibitkas now adorn the grounds of Kalmykia’s main Buddhist temple. One of them now houses the shop selling Buddhist items, ...
The Lunar Calendar for the Upcoming Year 2026 Has Been Released
The lunar calendar for the coming year 2026 is already on sale. As is tradition, it has been produced in a wall format. Its compiler is a monk of the Central Khurul, the venerable Andzha Gelung...
1000 Musicians Made a Creative Offering to the Three Jewels
Today, on the grounds of the Central Khurul, the tenth, anniversary Musical Offering to the Three Jewels took place. A thousand musicians and vocalists with sinc...