From the month of February 1985, bulldozers transformed Dhagpo Kagyu Ling into a vast worksite to improve the Center’s living conditions and welcoming capacity.
Despite the rain, the work went ahead to dig trenches in order to install drains, water supply and electricity distribution pipes.
At the same time, all the Center’s trades – masons, painters and carpenters – were mobilized to finish the building housing the kitchen and bathroom, which would be put into service in early summer. The permit to renew the farmhouse and build the kitchen, dining hall and sanitary facilities was granted in September 1983.
Furthermore, a new platform enlarged the parking lot, while paths were widened and covered with gravel to avoid walking in mud!
Tendrel magazine (no. 8, July 1985) notes that:
“Lama Jigmela, through his unceasing activity, was able to raise the required funds needed to complete the works, by taking out various loans.”
These photos come from our archives or were collected as part of the research for Dhagpo Kagyu Ling’s 50th anniversary. We have not been able to identify all the authors. The use of these photos is solely for informational purposes within the context of Dhagpo Kagyu Ling’s 50th anniversary celebration. Their use is limited to this event and our website and is not for commercial purposes.
These photos come from our archives or were collected as part of the research for Dhagpo Kagyu Ling’s 50th anniversary. We have not been able to identify all the authors. The use of these photos is solely for informational purposes within the context of Dhagpo Kagyu Ling’s 50th anniversary celebration. Their use is limited to this event and our website and is not for commercial purposes.
