Spiritual Community Events
Sri Chamarajendra Park
We host Buddhist festivals, mindful walks, volunteering, and group practices where anyone can join in, connect, and participate at our centre or outdoors, with no fees or formalities.
Pricing Guide
Altar & Event Sponsorship
Sponsorship Tiers
- Light Offering: Sponsoring tea lights or traditional butter lamps for the altar (Base Tier).
- Refreshments: Covering costs for community tea and snacks served to the gathering (Mid Tier).
- Floral Works: Sponsoring fresh flower bouquets or garlands for the Guru and Buddha statues (Top Tier).
Dedication Services
- Merit Dedication: Sponsor names read aloud during the Puja.
- Sourcing: Procurement of high quality marigolds, roses and pure vegetarian ingredients.
Full Day Festival & Feast
Ceremonial Experience
- Ritual Access: Entry to full day events like Losar or Saka Dawa with elaborate altar setups.
- Chanting: Guided recitation of texts like the Vajracutter Sutra.
- Materials: Use of communal prayer books, seating cushions and butter lamps.
Food & Facilities
- Vegetarian Lunch: Community meal featuring Tibetan staples like Thukpa or Indian dishes.
- Beverages: Unlimited tea and coffee served during breaks.
- Hybrid Option: Zoom access provided for those unable to attend the physical venue.
Sunday Guided Nature Walk
Session Activity
- Guided Walking Meditation: 1.5 to 2 hour session starting near the Bandstand.
- Tree Wisdom: Educational guidance on specific tree varieties like Ficus with spiritual context.
- Sitting Practice: Short meditation intervals on the grass requiring personal mats.
Social & Logistics
- Community Breakfast: Post walk gathering at local eateries where attendees pay for their own food.
- Networking: Casual access to the community in a non temple setting.
- Pet Friendly: Informal interactions with park dogs allowed during the walk.
About Spiritual Community Events
Dharma Family, Real Connections
Being part of Choe Khor Sum Ling is like joining a big spiritual family. I see our Sangha as a place to show up just as you are - long-time practitioners, curious newcomers, or friends dropping by. We’re all walking the Dharma path together, not alone.
Our Big Days
We come together for Buddhist festival celebrations like Losar, Saka Dawa, and Chökhor Düchen. These days are packed with prayers, offerings, and meditation. Everyone - including your family and friends - can join and bring something for the altar if they like. These events get busy, sometimes a bit chaotic, but always meaningful.
Mindful Time Outside
We meet for mindful walking meditation at Cubbon Park, usually Sunday mornings. Nothing fancy - just moving, breathing, and being present with each other. Sometimes we do tree walks or community lunches after teachings. These are chill, good for chatting with teachers or fellow Sangha folks.
Practice & Pitch In
I believe volunteering as spiritual practice is real. Annual clean-ups, helping with festival set-ups, or supporting our sessions - it’s all part of the path. Senior students lead group puja sessions and sutra recitations open to all. Some gatherings stay small, but the vibe is always open.
Where & How
Events mostly happen at our Domlur centre or outside at Cubbon Park. Some are online, some in-person only - depends on the event. Everything’s free; your presence matters most. Donations help, but there’s zero pressure.
Bhavatu Sarva Mangalam (May all be auspicious).
Meet your Expert
Choe Khor Sum Ling
9 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Namaste, we’re CKSL, though most friends just call us that. Right in the heart of Bangalore, we started out wanting a peaceful corner to share Buddhist wisdom. Life’s noisy, so we offer a spot to breathe, learn, and just be. Our Dharma Family keeps growing – online, offline, all sorts. Doesn’t matter if you’re new or know your way around a mala, just walk in, bring your folks, or join us from home. All are welcome, always. Bhavatu Sarva Mangalam.
My Work
What We Offer - Courses on Buddhist philosophy, Lamrim meditation, guided sessions, Tibetan chanting, pujas, and community events.
Open to All Levels - Absolute beginners or old hands, we’ve got intro talks like Practical Buddhism for Everyday Life and deeper courses too.
Teachings by Venerable Monks - Sessions led by respected teachers from Sera Jey Monastic University, sharing ancient wisdom in simple ways.
Join In-Person or Online - Come to our Domlur centre or join on Zoom. WhatsApp group for updates and links.
Community & Special Events - Student-led sessions, clean-ups, movie nights, mindful tree walks in Bangalore, and more ways to connect.
Auspicious Days & Pujas - Celebrate Saka Dawa, Losar, Chökhor Düchen with pujas, offerings, and meditation for merit and joy.
