Buddhist Stupa in Kiev

Stupa of enlightenment in Kiev

Stupa of Enlightenment in the Kiev Botanical Garden name Grishka, on the street. Timeryazevskaya1, was built and consecrated by Lama Sonam Dorje (Lama Oleg) in 2014. With the help of the volunteers of the Buddhist Kiev sangha (community), we implemented the project of Lama Oleg.

I had the honor to take part in the construction of the Stupa as an artist. I made the decoration of the Stupa with patterns and mantras, as well as the painting of the pavilion for meditation open aer near the Stupa.

Lama Oleg (Sonam Dorje)
is the first Russian Lama, a disciple of Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche and Chokyi Nyima Rinpoche,
who underwent traditional training in Nepal. He completed three
traditional retreats with a total duration of 10 years (1997-2000, 2001-2005, 2014-2017).
Chokyi Nyima Rinpoche personally confirmed at his Moscow retreats
the authority of Lama Oleg to explain the Chokling Tersar practices,
referring to him as a fully qualified lama.
To date, he has built 18 stupas in Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Austria,
Africa (Sierra Leone) and South America (Colombia).
He built the first Buddhist temple in the Moscow region, opened the first retreat center in Colombia.
Periodically gives teachings in Russia, Ukraine, Europe, Asia and South America.

  Tsa-tsa laying ceremony in the Stupa

 Stupa erection ceremony

 All Buddhist traditions are followed exactly

 Consecration of the Stupa of Enlightenment by Lama Sonam Dorje

 In 2020 Lama Sonam Dorje visited the Stupa

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Stupa. View from poviglion for meditation

Buddhist Stupa in Kiev

Chokyi Nyima Rinpoche -
tibetan Buddhist teacher and meditation master.
He is the abbot of Ka-Nying Shedrub Ling Monastery in Kathmandu, Nepal,
founder of the Ranjung Yeshe Institute.

Chokyi Nyima Rinpoche visited the Kiev Stupa of Enlightenment in 2016,
certified the correct construction and decoration of the Stupa,
and performed the consecration ceremony.

 The consecration ceremonies were attended by many Kiev Buddhists and guests of the capital.

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Painting on granite

Buddhist Stupa in Kiev

Since the Stupa is in the open air, I did the painting on the granite right on the site. A special handmade technology made it possible to perceive on the stone exactly all the patterns I had drawn in advance, especially for this Stupa.Volunteers of the Buddhist community in Kiev helped me.

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Harmonization of space

Buddhist Stupa in Kiev

The stupa is located in a picturesque place, in a beautiful botanical garden, its ability to harmonize the space extends to the entire immediate area noticeably, for everyone who visits this beautiful place.The territory near the stupa is ennobled with paths and there is a comfortable open air pavilion for meditation.

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The opportunity to practice

Buddhist Stupa in Kiev

Buddhists have an excellent opportunity to practice in the territory of the Stupa. Just like everyone who loves to meditate, you can enjoy this wonderful place.

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Unique glass decorations

Buddhist Stupa in Kiev

The peculiarity of the Kiev Stupa is glass decorations that make it unique. On the advice of Lama Oleg, they are made in four colors, which correspond to the four cardinal points, and five wisdoms - red, green, blue, yellow, white. These jewelry are handmade, specially for the Stupa, made by the Kiev glass artist Larisa Pisha. The idea to use this type of decoration belongs to the artist, who also completed the preliminary sketch-idea of ​​the Stupa decoration - Anna Ipatieva, who was also a consultant throughout the entire decoration work at the Stupa. I thank the wonderful professional friends who were with us!

Larisa Pisha

Anna Ipatieva

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Sacred mantras

Buddhist Stupa in Kiev

The steps of the Stupa are covered with sacred mantras written in ancient Sanskrit, in accordance with the way the mantras are written in the Stupas of Tibet. This mantra is translated as: Enlightenment through vision.

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Stupa - Buddha's body

Buddhist Stupa in Kiev

The figure shows the relationship between the canonical image
of the seated Buddha and the Stupa.

Eight great stupas, in the picture, which symbolize
the main events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni.
In the center is the main fully decorated Stupa
of Enlightenment, with hung and ribbons.
Upstairs, in the left corner, is a lotus-filled Stupa -
the birth of Buddha.
Above, in the center, is the Stupa of victory over
Mara or the Stupa of Enlightenment.
Above, in the right corner, is the Stupa of many doors
and gates - the first turn of the wheel of Dharma.
In the middle, on the left, is the Stupa of Great Wonders.
In the middle, on the right, the Stupa of the descent
from the world of the gods.
Below, on the left, the Stupa of Reconciliation.
Below, in the center, is the Stupa of Complete Victory.
Below, on the right, is the Nirvana Stupa.

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Glass jewelry

Buddhist Stupa in Kiev

Glass jewelry, unfortunately, has suffered at the hands of vandals from time to time. Three times the entire set of glass decorations was replaced and restored with the financial support of the Buddhist organization Ranjung Yeshe Ukraine and private patrons.
I would like to wish all people kindness and understanding to keep the Stupa integral, and refuse destructive actions!

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Meditation pavilion near the Stupa

Buddhist Stupa in Kiev

Near the Stupa there is a wooden open air meditation pavilion,
which forms a single complex with the Stupa.
To paint the pavilion, I made all the patterns
and organized the work of volunteers for 6 months.

Under my leadership,the pavilion was painted in accordance
with the Buddhist tradition of painting,
along with a large number of volunteers willing to help.

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Secret of success

Buddhist Stupa in Kiev

The amount of time-consuming work that needed to be done
would be impossible for one or few people to do.
Only a large and friendly team of people replacing each other
inspiration, understanding of a common goal, mutual assistance,
friendship and freedom of choice to work freely
for the good of all are the secret of our success.

The work of many volunteers

Buddhist Stupa in Kiev

Buddhists, non-Buddhists, people of Kiev and people from other cities
and countries, my acquaintances, friends, sometimes
even just passers-by - a lot of people were able to help,
and tried to do their best. Wonderful atmosphere there,
that's what I will remember for a lifetime.

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Painting technology

Buddhist Stupa in Kiev

The base is a background, these are alkyd enamel paints,
which impregnate the wood well and keep it from moisture.
op patterns painted with special façade acrylic paints
or maximum outdoor durability.

Natural cracks in the wood, and deep juicy colors give vintage and antiquity.

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Hand painted

Buddhist Stupa in Kiev

The material on which the painting was made cannot be called ideal -
in some places it is a rather rough and rough wood with cracks.
And in order for the drawing to come out even on an uneven surface,
it was necessary to work hard and carefully.
Gradually, with patience and love, together with the volunteers,
we made all the murals, and it turned out
to be a truly warm soulful hand-made.

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Painting training for volunteers

Buddhist Stupa in Kiev

Many different people wanted to halp with painting in the pavilion of meditation,
some of them had experience drawing, some do not. But there was work for everyone.
I tried to teach painting techniques, showed and told how to do it.
There were free painting courses for everyone in in a beautiful place.
A great way of leisure time with pleasure and benefit pleasure for yourself and others.

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Favorite place of the people of Kiev

Buddhist Stupa in Kiev

The Buddhist Stupa in the Kiev Botanical Garden
has become a favorite resting place for Kiev residents
and guests of the capital.
Come, you will love this magical place!