Inner World Journey project

10/06/2024

Meet our dear Heal yoga teacher - Irina Bogdanova!

With more than 20 years of practice, she uses abstract thinking in asanas and transforms its allegorical symbols into practice, both with physical body and mind concentration (meditation), bringing to perfection the correctness of their implementation.

Irina is also:
-Massage & Traditional medicine therapist,
-Coach and therapist of the national skiing team since 2014

You can read find more info on Heal yoga approach here:
https://rusyoga.com

Join our next trip to the vast lands of Southern Siberia and Mongolia:
This time we prepared for you rejuvinating yoga, Buddhist lectures, visits to holy places, ancient Eastern medicine treatments and healing, and much more, accompanied by like-minded individuals!

More info here:
https://inner-world-journey.com/yoga-in-buryatia-and-mongolia/

10/06/2024

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10/06/2024

BURYATIA - MONGOLIA YOGA JOURNEY: EXPLORATION OF SPIRITUAL ENERGY

Embark on a transformative journey combining the spiritual and natural wonders of Buryatia and Mongolia, guided by a special yoga teacher who will lead yoga and meditation sessions. You will get introduced to He-Al yoga, also known as the correct approach to the spine. Based on the knowledge of medicine, physiology, anatomy and human body biomechanics as well as on ancient yoga scriptures this method observes the core principle of yoga “Not to hurt”.

Experience the sanctity of all the main datsans and the holy Zandan Juu, a sandalwood statue crafted during the times of Buddha Shakyamuni. At Ivolginskiy Datsan, consult with experienced healers and astrologers, and later, indulge in traditional oriental medicine treatments such as phyto-barrels, mud baths, massages, and pulse diagnosis at the center of oriental medicine.

Enjoy a boat ride to Olkhon Island, surrounded by the natural beauty and spiritual energy of Lake Baikal, setting the stage for your next adventure in Mongolia.

Upon arrival in Mongolia, explore the cultural heart of Ulaanbaatar at the Gandan Monastery. Visit the iconic Chingis Khan Statue and experience the natural beauty of Terelj National Park and the Aryapala Temple before returning to the capital city.

Venture to the historic Erdene Zuu Monastery, staying in a comfortable Ger camp with modern amenities. Connect further with the landscapes and history on a 2-hour hike to the ancient Tuvkhun Temple. During your return journey to Ulaanbaatar, enjoy the adventure of camelback riding, experiencing the vast Mongolian plains in a traditional way.

Conclude your journey with a 3-day wellness treatments in Tegri Med, one of Mongolia’s best health centers. And a day of free time in Ulaanbaatar and an enriching cultural program in the evening, reflecting on the deep experiences and newfound insights gained throughout this extraordinary Buryatia – Mongolia Yoga Journey.

More info here:
https://inner-world-journey.com/yoga-in-buryatia-and-mongolia/

08/06/2024

Next journey planned with Telo Rinpoche:

DISCOVER BUDDHIST CULTURE IN SMALL TIBET!

Embark on an unforgettable journey to the mystical lands of Ladakh and Zanskar, where majestic mountains, ancient monasteries, and vibrant cultures await you. Join us for an extraordinary 13-day expedition in middle of July, when the landscapes are at their most breathtaking and the weather is perfect for exploration.

Immerse yourself in the spiritual heritage of the region with visits to historic monasteries like Hemis, Thiksey, Lamayuru, Sani, Karsha and Alchi. Discover the rich Buddhist culture that has thrived in these remote mountain valleys for centuries.

Lace up your hiking boots for unforgettable trekking experiences in both Ladakh and Zanskar. Explore remote trails, encounter nomadic tribes, and witness the untouched beauty of the Himalayan wilderness.
More info on the website: https://inner-world-journey.com/zanskar-and-ladakh/

08/06/2024

OUR SPIRITUAL GUIDE TELO RINPOCHE’S STORY

Born on October 27, 1972, in Philadelphia, USA to a family of Kalmyk Mongolian immigrants, Telo Tulku Rinpoche (Erdne Basan Ombadykow) displayed a strong interest in monastic life from a young age. At seven, upon the recommendation of the Dalai Lama, he was sent to Drepung Gomang Monastery in India. He spent thirteen years there studying Buddhist philosophy under renowned Tibetan masters. During this time, he was recognized by the Dalai Lama as the reincarnation of the Buddhist master Tilopa.
 
From 1992 to 2023, Telo Rinpoche served as the Shadjin Lama (Supreme Lama) of Kalmykia, and was instrumental in the revival of Buddhism throughout Kalmykia and Buddhist territories in Russia. During his time as Shanjin Lama, Rinpoche supervised the construction of over 37 Buddhist temples and 120 stupas, including the main temple in the capital city of Kalmykia, Elista, the Golden Abode of Buddha Shakyamuni, which is the largest Buddhist temple in Europe. Telo Rinpoche has also made a lasting contribution towards strengthening intercultural and interfaith dialogue in the republic. Rinpoche’s efforts are focused on preserving Kalmyk Buddhist culture and traditions, while also promoting basic secular human ethics such as compassion, love, kindness and non-violence.
 
Since 2014, Telo Rinpoche has served as the Honorary Representative of His Holiness the Dalai Lama to Russia, Mongolia and CIS countries (Commonwealth of Independent States) based at the Tibet Culture & Information Centre in Moscow. Now Rinpoche is based in Ulaanbaatar, serving as His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s representative to Mongolia.

Full article you can read on our blog: https://inner-world-journey.com/our-spiritual-guide-telo-rinpoches-story/

08/06/2024

ABOUT KAILAS KORA

I will say it right away: it is not an easy feat. Pilgrimage is always about overcoming yourself, your physical and mental habits. There has to be some effort. Preferably joyous! It is important to understand that it is your personal path and you can rely only on yourself.

Yes, of course, you will have friends and a guide with you, but still, no one will calm you down better than yourself in difficult times. And you will have them 100%! Therefore, if you are planning to make Kailas kora in the near future, it is time to start looking inside yourself, no matter how banal it may sound. Only you can prepare and support yourself in the best way.

Would be good to train physically too! Even though sometimes those who seemed the weakest and unprepared get some kind of magical accelerator and walk the path so easy, you shouldn’t go hoping you will be one of these lucky ones. Do as much as you can in advance: train your legs, do cardio, walk a lot! 

WHAT YOU CAN DO TO PREPARE FOR THE KORA:
* Meditate
* Learn to track where your thoughts are coming from
* Ask yourself uncomfortable and sometimes scary questions
* Go into your fears
* Learn to recognize when you manipulate others (and yourself!)

And one of the main things, in my opinion, is to learn to look around, take the focus of yourself, notice the little details around you, be more attentive to the people around you. It will help you on the most difficult parts of the trek.

On the positive side, if you end up getting to Kailas, this is already 70% that you will be able to do the kora. The mountain does not call those who cannot cope with it! And if suddenly you do not pass the kora completely, this is also a result and you should not devalue it. It is a magical place, just being nearby is already incredible fortune! I wish everyone to visit here at least once in their life!

There is so much in the world that we don’t understand and have limited ideas about. With my experience going to pilgrimage places, it always brings a change to one’s life!

You can read more articles on our blog: https://inner-world-journey.com/blog/

08/06/2024

Some thoughts after the recent Kailas Kora!

How to prepare for Mount Kailas kora in Tibet. Experienced advices from our Tibet tour guide will help you plan your journey.

07/06/2024

07/06/2024

New article on our website is ready, check it out:

Our journey to Tibet for the Saga Dawa celebration. Tour across all of Tibet: main monasteries, beautiful landscapes and Mount Kailas kora.

30/05/2024

Embark on a life-changing journey starting in Lhasa, the heart of Tibet’s spiritual legacy. Pilgrimage to all the main monasteries, followed by a 4-day kora around the sacred mountain - Mt. Kailas, with a special hike to its North face.

More information here:
https://inner-world-journey.com/journey-to-tibet/

30/05/2024

DISCOVER BUDDHIST CULTURE IN SMALL TIBET!
Embark on an unforgettable journey to the mystical lands of Ladakh and Zanskar, where majestic mountains, ancient monasteries, and vibrant cultures await you. Join us for an extraordinary 13-day expedition in middle of July, when the landscapes are at their most breathtaking and the weather is perfect for exploration.

Immerse yourself in the spiritual heritage of the region with visits to historic monasteries like Hemis, Thiksey, Lamayuru, Sani, Karsha and Alchi. Discover the rich Buddhist culture that has thrived in these remote mountain valleys for centuries.

Lace up your hiking boots for unforgettable trekking experiences in both Ladakh and Zanskar. Explore remote trails, encounter nomadic tribes, and witness the untouched beauty of the Himalayan wilderness.

21/05/2024

The month of Saga Dawa will continue until June 6th. If you have a chance, go to a holy object in your area, spend some time there and pray for the happiness of all sentient beings, no matter if you are buddhist or not! Our world need good vibrations and this month is the best time to turn your mind to this direction 😊🙏🕊️

If you want to join our next journey to Tibet, check our website for more info:
Inner-world-journey.com

21/05/2024

Throughout the sacred month, Buddhists apply all the methods of accumulating merit: devote more time to spiritual practices, take Mahayana and Bodhisattva vows, pilgrimage to holy places, visit temples and stupas, make offerings to the monastic community and offer tibetan prayer flags Lung Ta.

In the Tibetan language prayer flags are called lung ta which is translated as Windhorse. In the middle of such flags is a horse with three jewels on its back symbolising Buddha, Dharma and Sangha. The Windhorse represents great power, defeating evil and following the path to liberation.

By hanging flags in high places the Lung ta will carry the blessings depicted on the flags to all beings. On 23rd of May our team will be by the Sacred Mountain Kailash. If you want us to put your name on the flags write it in the instagram comments! One name in one comment 🙏 If you are reading this on Facebook, follow us on Instagram

21/05/2024

On 9th of May, the sacred month of Saga Dawa began, when any spiritual practice or good deed brings spiritual merit that is one hundred thousand times greater than in other months of the year.

The most important day of the month falls on May 23rd (on the full moon), when Buddha Shakyamuni was born, attained awakening and went to parinirvana. On this day Buddhists are especially diligent in their spiritual practice, because merits increase millions of times.

Our team is on a pilgrimage to Tibet, here is a photo of a very special phenomenon: sun halo, that we saw in Ganden monastery near Lhasa.

20/05/2024

Embark on a life-changing journey starting in Lhasa, the heart of Tibet’s spiritual legacy. Pilgrimage to all the main monasteries, followed by a 4-day kora around the sacred mountain - Mt. Kailas, with a special hike to its North face.

More information here:
https://inner-world-journey.com/journey-to-tibet/

18/05/2024

REVEAL THE WISDOM OF HIMALAYAN MOUNTAINS!

For the 21st century traveller, Ladakh is a land brimming with vast lands and solitude. Alluring landscape, quintessential lakes and the idea of enchanting Buddhist practices serve as the most common reasons for someone’s calling to Ladakh. Today, it has also become a matter of tick on their bucket list. What’s the point when you can’t take an intangible feeling, learning, or a yearning when you return. We make this happen through carefully crafted itinerary with an immersive, holistic and transformative experience.

We take you through the ancient history and mysteries of the place to where it has reached. From ancient hunters, to silk route, to the times when its habitants mostly took refuge under Buddhism. In this hustle and bustle there are gems of places and interactions that can enhance your overall experience. For everyone, there is a part of themselves tucked away in these mountains which can be only revealed by yourself.

The programme is crafted in such a way that within this short visit the traveller can connect and experience a range of everything Ladakh has to offer. We take you to a journey through Ladakh’s landscapes, cultures, spiritualism, nature, wildlife and its people.

Link to the website: https://inner-world-journey.com/journey-to-ladakh/

09/05/2024

Hello our dear followers!

On the first day of sacred buddhist month Saga Dawa, we are so happy to announce that we have launched our website:
https://inner-world-journey.com/

We hope our journeys will help you on your path to learn more about who you are and what you can bring to this beautiful world!

Please have a look at all the upcoming journeys we have prepared for you!

It’s still a Beta version, so if you will notice any kind of glitches, please let us know, we will highly appreciate your help in making our website user friendly!

May the journey begin! 🥰

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06/05/2024

“We are all human beings. When I meet someone I think, ‘Here’s another human being who like me wants to be happy.’ Formality just creates unnecessary barriers between us. As members of one human family we don’t need formality between us, so if I have something to say I’ll do so.”

His Holiness the Dalai Lama

06/05/2024

Our team has just returned home after our first journey as Inner World Journey Project! And it was an incredible pilgrimage to India and Nepal. We attended His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s teachings, followed by a visit to the majestic Taj Mahal and sacred places in Nepal: Lumbini, Boudhanath and Swayambhunath stupas, Namo Buddha, and many holy statues and temples. Everywhere we went, we had the precious opportunity to be guided by Telo Tulku Rinpoche, learning many details about these holy sights and rituals.

First part of the journey was in Dharamsala, where our group had an audience with His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Some of our clients shared with us, it was the day they waited for all their life, and we understand why! It is truly a blessed opportunity and we are happy we were able to organize it!

Next stop was the majestic Taj Mahal Palace in Agra and Akshardham Temple in Delhi. It is a must to see for everyone in love with India! There were some people in our group that didn’t see it yet, so we organized a private trip for them. The rest of the group flew to Kathmandu, Nepal.

Pilgrimage is not just for religious people. It can be for anyone who wants to visit some place that they wished to see in their lifetime, it is always a journey inwards to find the inner beauty of each individual. We bring people from various backgrounds together and cultivate passion for learning about our inner and outer worlds.

Pilgrimage provides the setting, experiences, and insights so that real spiritual change is possible, because we obtain inspiration from learning the history of the enlightened beings and we purify our body, speech and mind. This will definitely lead to transformation of our lives, isn’t it magical?

As we look through the photos and read the kind words from our Mongolian group, it evokes so many emotions and feelings. We know we are on the right path and that our work was beneficial to all these beautiful people! Thank you very much for choosing us and making this journey so fun and inspiring!

07/04/2024

Shout out to our newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Keep our Inner world Journey Project alive by following and sharing our journey with others and the community. We will have exciting program updates coming soon. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

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30/03/2024

Third option:

Dharamsala - Kathmandu, Nepal

Great chance to add to your Dharamsala journey pilgrimage to one of the oldest and the biggest Buddhist monuments ever built in Nepal!

Boudhanath is a spherical stupa structure
imposing at a height of 36 meters with three massive Mandala style platforms. Located 08 kilometres east of Kathmandu, the stupa with four pairs of eyes at the four cardinal directions is believed to be keeping watch for righteous behavior and human prosperity. Built on an octagonal base inset with 108 prayer wheels, the shrine is ringed by the settlement especially of the Tibetan refugees who entered Nepal in the 1950s. They have developed the place into a ‘Mini-Tibet’ ever since.

We will also visit Pharping town, Swayambhunath stupa, Bhaktapur Durbar square, Patan city.

30/03/2024

Second option for our Indian Journey:

Dharamsala - Agra - Delhi

Visit the famous Taj Mahal palace, one of the World’s Wonders, built in the name of love. An immense mausoleum of white marble, built in Agra between 1631 and 1648 by order of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favourite wife, the Taj Mahal is the jewel of Muslim art in India and one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world’s heritage.

‘Akshardham’ means the divine abode of God. It is hailed as an eternal place of devotion, purity and peace. Swaminarayan Akshardham at New Delhi is a Mandir – an abode of God, a Hindu house of worship, and a spiritual and cultural campus dedicated to devotion, learning and harmony. Timeless Hindu spiritual messages, vibrant devotional traditions and ancient architecture all are echoed in its art and architecture.

30/03/2024

Our first journey will be to India, because we love it so much and consider it our second home!

Join our team on a journey to Dharmsala, a beautiful city at the foot of Himalayas, where resides His Holiness the Dalai Lama. We are very fortunate to have the chance to attend His teachings on 100 Deities of Tush*ta Heaven, which is the basis for Lama Tsongkhapa’s Guru Yoga practice and an excellent introduction to ta**ra. It’s a rare opportunity to pay homage and seek blessings from His Holiness the Dalai Lama himself.

While in Dharmsala we will visit the famous ta***ic Gyuto monastery, Tibet Museum, Nechung Oracle monastery, Library of Tibetan Works and Archives, Norbulinka institute, where the most incredible tibetan art and crafts are being produced.

Our group will attend blessing audiences with high tibetan lamas.

You can also request additional journey:

Delhi - Agra - Delhi
Visit the famous Taj Mahal palace, one of the World’s Wonders, built in the name of love.

or

Delhi - Kathmandu, Nepal
Pilgrimage to Boudhanath stupa, Pharping town, Swayambhunath stupa, Bhaktapur Durbar square, Patan city.

Details on additional options available in the next posts.

26/03/2024

Welcome to Inner World Journey,

My name is Ekaterina. Im very excited to start this project! Since i was 3 years old i was travelling the world, first with my parents then by myself. I developed a strong skill of organizing my trips in the most comfortable and interesting way. I know that there is always more to see than what they show in the tourist programs, i prefer finding out all the hidden gems from the locals.

In 2015 i become buddhist and started to learn more about this philosophy. My urge to go to the roots of whatever comes my way brought me to Dharmsala, home for His Holiness the Dalai Lama and many thousands of tibetan refugees since 1959. There i studied tibetan language and attended buddhist teachings. Going to powerful places is part of the path!

Inner World Journey is a perfect combination of all of my favorite things to do in life and I am happy I can share it with you!

26/03/2024

Welcome to Inner World Journey, where we embark on a profound journey through enchanting destinations. We will explore remarkable places steeped in ancient wisdom and cultural richness.

Our meticulously crafted journeys offer immersive experiences, meditation, and insightful teachings, inviting personal growth and deepening your connection to the essence of these timeless locations. Let the sacred sites and awe-inspiring landscapes awaken new perspectives within.

Embrace this transformative adventure with us, embarking on a path of self-discovery and inspiration.

Tashi Delek! May our auspicious journeys with Inner World Journey guide you towards unforgettable experiences and enriching connections.

Telo Tulku