Archive · 3 Jul 2025
Tibetans Gather to Celebrate Dalai Lama's 90th Birthday
Many Tibetans are traveling to Dharamshala, India, to celebrate the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday.
The Dalai Lama was born in Tibet and recognized as a special religious leader when he was a child.
Tibetans celebrate his birthday on two different dates based on different calendars.
Celebrations include ceremonies and gatherings to show respect and gratitude to the Dalai Lama.
Tibetans are traveling to Dharamshala, India for the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday celebration.
The Dalai Lama's birthday is celebrated on both June 30 (Tibetan calendar) and July 6 (Gregorian calendar).
Born in Taktser, Amdo province, northeastern Tibet, the Dalai Lama was recognized as the reincarnation of the 13th Dalai Lama at age two.
Celebrations included events at Kalachakra Temple, the Tsuglagkhang courtyard and Kirti Gompa in Dharamshala.
A long-life ceremony was held on June 4 in Dharamshala, organized by former students and Tibetan community groups.
- Who
- Tibetans, the Dalai Lama.
- What
- Celebrations for the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday.
- When
- Celebrations around June 30 (Tibetan calendar) and July 6 (Gregorian calendar).
- Where
- Dharamshala, India.
- Why
- To celebrate the Dalai Lama's birthday and express gratitude.
- Dalai Lama's Birthdate (Gregorian)
- July 6, 1935
- Dalai Lama's Birthplace
- Taktser, Amdo province, northeastern Tibet
- Celebration Location
- Dharamshala, India
- Celebration Venues
- Kalachakra Temple, Tsuglagkhang courtyard, Kirti Gompa
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