Green House Although Zanskar has always been considered relatively backward by modern standards, Peace Ling Centre values old local traditions and seeks to benefit people by preserving them. Most of the region is in wilderness, with very few trees or other vegetation, even around the houses. Therefore, our priority is to make Zanskar green by [...]

Classroom and research centre One of the aims of Peace Ling Centre is to develop Zanskar’s precious but limited natural resources. Situated at a high altitude, the region is extremely cold, particularly in winter and, despite being an environment where few trees and vegetation grow, the main occupation of local people is farming. Limited knowledge [...]

Water supply Establishing a reliable 24-hour water supply is most essential. Such a supply needs to be sufficient for drinking, cooking, laundry and gardening. We are therefore planning to connect a water pipe from a natural spring high up on the mountain about five kilometers to water tank, which will then service the entire Centre. [...]

Buying a place in Leh, the capital of Ladakh Although Ladakh is not a one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, around 400,000 tourists each year visit this unique high altitude region. We can imagine it becoming the most famous Himalayan holiday destination. The capital of Ladakh is Leh, which has an [...]

Transport Vehicle (lorry carrier and a taxi) A lorry carrier will be needed during the construction phase; a taxi will be needed to transport guests and visitors. The estimated cost Lorry carrier = Rs 900,000 ($20,000) Taxi = Rs 600,000 ($13333.33) Grand total = Rs 1,500,000 ($33333.33)

Peace Ling Centre is located at the top of a small hill, approximately half kilometer high. As it is presently difficult to deliver material to the site, improving road access about one kilometer from stongdey monastery base parking to entrance of peace ling center and parking is a priority. It is also essential to have [...]

About the projected costs Zanskar is situated in a very remote area and the material resources are extremely scarce. Constructing building require extensive expenditures, as virtually every requirement for the project will have to be procured from a great distance (about two days). In order to construct Peace Ling Centre according to our plans, we [...]