Pilgrimage to India
11th to 17th of April 2026
Please contact us for more details
“Discovering the Buddha Within – Level 1: Inner Peace”
We are happy to share details of a special retreat taking place in April 2026. His Holiness Chamgon Kenting Tai Situ Rinpoche will personally lead a 7-day transmission of “Discovering the Buddha Within – Level 1: Inner Peace” in New Delhi.
Ani Chodron will attend with a group from Palpung Ireland. The group from Palpung Ireland will have the opportunity of a private group audience with HH.
This program, designed by His Holiness himself, offers a rare opportunity to receive teachings directly from the source. It is suitable for people of all backgrounds and levels of experience, including those with busy lives and limited time for formal practice.
"such profound teachings methodically presented in a way that is accessible and beneficial for Buddhists and non-Buddhist alike. The course is balanced with theory and practice . I continually use the lessons I have learnt from these teachings in all aspects of my daily life"
Valerie a DBW student Ireland
Retreat Schedule
11th April to 16th April 2026 Teachings and guided meditation sessions
17th April 2026 (morning) Empowerment with His Holiness
Location: The Leela Ambience Convention Hotel, New Delhi
Each day includes:
Two teaching sessions with His Holiness
Two guided meditation sessions with a senior teaching assistant
This retreat is structured to include rest periods each day.
About the Program
"Discovering the Buddha Within" is a three-year experiential Dharma path designed to make the essence of the Buddha's teachings accessible and applicable to modern life.
Level 1, Inner Peace, introduces core foundations through the lens of View, Meditation, and Application. The teachings draw from the Shravakayana, Mahayana, and Vajrayana traditions, and emphasise direct experience through practices such as shamatha (calm abiding) and vipashyana (insight). A commitment to attend all 3 years is NOT necessary
The program is:
Open to Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike
Supported by monthly review sessions (online and in person)
Backed by an online learning platform (Sherab.org)
Suitable even for those with only a few minutes a day to practice
Registration
Registration link:https://palpung.org/registration/eng/default.asp
There is no cost to register, and you can cancel later if needed.
We recommend that those connected with Palpung Ireland register under the Palpung Ireland group, to help organisers with group coordination.Please contact palpungireland@gmail.com for information on accommodation options, travel etc
Full program overview:
https://palpungdharmachakra.org/discovering-the-buddha-within/
Accommodation
The retreat takes place at the Leela Ambience Convention Hotel, Delhi. There are rooms available at the Convention Centre
Reference link:
https://www.booking.com/hotel/in/the-leela-ambience-convention-hotel-delhi.html
There are other hotels nearby
Optional Travel to Sherabling
After the retreat, some participants may wish to travel to Palpung Sherabling Monastery in the Himalayas. This is an opportunity to spend time in a peaceful monastic environment, either for personal retreat or quiet reflection.
Weather
April in Delhi is hot. The venue is fully air-conditioned. Participants are encouraged to stay onsite or arrange reliable daily transport to avoid discomfort in the heat.
Questions or Interest
If you have any questions, or if you’re considering attending and want to stay informed, please email:
palpungireland@gmail.com
Registering early is encouraged to help organisers with planning. Places are limited! No payment is required at the time of registration.

