Bhutan trip #2 September 2025

Visit Punakha Dzong. (Built in 1637) The Punakha Dzong (the palace of great happiness or bliss) is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan. The dzong was constructed by Ngawang Namgyal, in 1637–38. It is the second oldest and second largest dzong in Bhutan and one of its most majestic structures. The dzong … Continued

Bhutan trip September 2025

Buddhism was started in Bhutan in 1213 by Sonam Kagyu Drikung Shipu Sakyamuni Statue 51,5m high (including the base is around 102 meters high). There was a prophecy that if it was built it would bring world peace. The site to construct was chosen according to a place where there was previously a temple (possibly … Continued

Summer retreat 2025 in Lycke, Sweden

Walking along the shore,facing the horizon,the crossing to the other side Once again we had a wonderful retreat in an incredible setting near the seaside. A happy Guru Yoga and Karma Yoga combination. A poem by someone on the retreat: I TOOK A WALK ALONG THE SHORE, THE SEA AND SKY I CAME BEFORE,BUT ONE … Continued