His Holiness the Dalai Lama joining in prayers at the Shewatsel Teaching Ground pavilion in Leh, Ladakh, India on July 31, 2023. Photo by Tenzin Choejor
His Holiness the Dalai Lama addressing delegates to the Utsang Annual General Body meeting at the Shewatsel Teaching Ground pavilion in Leh, Ladakh, India on July 31, 2023. Photo by Tenzin Choejor
Local people lining the road to catch a glimpse of His Holiness the Dalai Lama as he arrives in Stok, Leh, Ladakh, India on July 31, 2023. Photo by Ven Zamling Norbu
His Holiness the Dalai Lama arriving at the Buddha statute constructed by former servicemen of the Ladakh Scouts in Stok, Leh, Ladakh, India on July 31, 2023. Photo by Tenzin Choejor
His Holiness the Dalai Lama receiving a traditional welcome on his arrival at the Buddha statue in Stok, Leh, Ladakh, India on July 31, 2023. Photo by Tenzin Choejor
His Holiness the Dalai Lama tossing flower petals into the air as a blessing inside the Buddha statue in Stok, Leh, Ladakh, India on July 31, 2023. Photo by Tenzin Choejor
The Lopon of Stok Monastery presenting traditional offerings to His Holiness the Dalai Lama during his visit to the Buddha statue in Stok, Leh, Ladakh, India on July 31, 2023. Photo by Tenzin Choejor
A view of the Buddha statue constructed by former servicemen of the Ladakh Scouts during His Holiness the Dalai Lama's visit in Stok, Leh, Ladakh, India on July 31, 2023. Photo by Tenzin Choejor
Former members of the Ladakh Scouts sitting among the crowd gathered on the occasion of His Holiness the Dalai Lama's visit to the Buddha statue in Stok, Leh, Ladakh, India on July 31, 2023. Photo by Tenzin Choejor
Ladakhi women in traditional dress performing during His Holiness the Dalai Lama's visit to the Buddha statue in Stok, Leh, Ladakh, India on July 31, 2023. Photo by Tenzin Choejor
His Holiness the Dalai Lama watching the performance of a traditional song and dance by local Ladakhis during his visit to the Buddha statue in Stok, Leh, Ladakh, India on July 31, 2023. Photo by Tenzin Choejor
A view of His Holiness the Dalai Lama during his visit to the Buddha statue in Stok, Leh, Ladakh, India on July 31, 2023. Photo by Tenzin Choejor
Local people attending the program during His Holiness the Dalai Lama's visit to the Buddha statue in Stok, Leh, Ladakh, India on July 31, 2023. Photo by Tenzin Choejor
His Holiness the Dalai Lama addressing the gathering during his visit to the Buddha statue in Stok, Leh, Ladakh, India on July 31, 2023. Photo by Tenzin Choejor
His Holiness the Dalai Lama signing the visitor book of the Buddha statue in Stok, Leh, Ladakh, India, constructed by former servicemen of the Ladakh Scouts, during his visit on July 31, 2023. Photo by Tenzin Choejor
A young woman greeting His Holiness the Dalai Lama as he prepares to depart at the conclusion of his visit to the Buddha statue in Stok, Leh, Ladakh, India on July 31, 2023. Photo by Tenzin Choejor
His Holiness the Dalai Lama greeting members of the crowd as he departs at the conclusion of his visit to the Buddha statue in Stok, Leh, Ladakh, India on July 31, 2023. Photo by Tenzin Choejor
His Holiness the Dalai Lama arriving at the residence of the Stok Gyalmo in Stok, Leh, Ladakh, India on July 31, 2023. Photo by Tenzin Choejor
His Holiness the Dalai Lama fondly greeting the Stok Gyalmo as her grandson looks on as he arrives at her residence in Stok, Leh, Ladakh, India on July 31, 2023. Photo by Tenzin Choejor
The Stok Gylapo serving tea to His Holiness the Dalai Lama as he engages in a lively conversation with the Stok Gyalmo at her residence in Stok, Leh, Ladakh, India on July 31, 2023. Photo by Tenzin Choejor
His Holiness the Dalai Lama greeting family members and staff at the Stok Gyalmo's residence at the end of his visit in Stok, Leh, Ladakh, India on July 31, 2023. Photo by Tenzin Choejor
