Tibet House facts for kids

Tibet House Building in New Delhi, India

The Tibet House is a group of organizations around the world. They are all connected but work independently. Their main goal is to protect and share the old traditions of Tibet. This includes Tibetan ways of thinking, art, and culture. These organizations were started because the Dalai Lama asked for them. They help keep Tibetan culture alive, especially after the Chinese invasion of Tibet in 1950. Many Tibetan people had to leave their home country after this event. The very first Tibet House opened in New Delhi, India, in 1965.

The Tibet House in New York City

What is Tibet House?

Tibet House organizations are like cultural centers. They work to save and share the rich heritage of Tibet. This includes its unique philosophy, mind science, art, and traditions. They are important because they help people learn about and appreciate Tibetan culture.

Why Was Tibet House Created?

Tibet House was created because of events in Tibet's history. In 1950, China invaded Tibet. This led to many Tibetans leaving their homeland. The Dalai Lama wanted to make sure that Tibetan culture would not be lost. So, he asked for these centers to be set up around the world.

Tibet House Locations Around the World

Many Tibet House centers exist in different countries. Each one works to promote Tibetan culture in its own region. Here are some of the main locations:

• Tibet House, New Delhi, India: This was the first one, founded in 1965. Important teachers like Gelek Rimpoche and Dagyab Kyabgoen Rinpoche were early leaders. The building was designed in 1970.
• Tibet House Japan: This center opened in 1975 in Tokyo, Japan.
• Tibet House US: This center started in 1987 in New York City. It was founded by a scholar named Robert Thurman, actor Richard Gere, and composer Philip Glass. Tibet House US also has a retreat center called Menla in New York.
• Casa Tibet México: This center was founded in 1989 in Mexico City.
• Casa del Tibet Barcelona: This center opened in 1994 in Spain.
• Tibet House Trust, London, England: This organization was also founded in 1994.
• Tibet Haus Germany: This center was started in 2005 in Frankfurt, Germany.
• Tibet House Moscow: This center opened in 2004 in Russia.
• Tibet House Brasil: This center is located in São Paulo, Brazil.

These centers help people everywhere learn about Tibet's special history and traditions.

See also

• List of organizations of Tibetans in exile
• Central Tibetan Administration
• Tibetan diaspora