In Tibetan Buddhism, Shambhala (Tibetan: bde byung, pron. 'De-jung') meaning "Source of happiness," is a mythical kingdom or hidden place somewhere beyond the snowpeaks of the Himalayas. The kingdom is mentioned in various ancient texts, including the Kalachakra Tantra. [1] The Bön [2] scriptures also speak of a closely-related land called 'Olmolungring'. The concept of Shambhala plays an important role in Tibetan religious teachings, and has particular relevance in Tibetan mythology about ... Shambhala is a mystical place in Hindu and Buddhist mythology, associated with a golden age of peace and a pure land in the human realm. It also inspired a secular meditation practice called Shambhala Training, founded by Chogyam Trungpa, that teaches mindfulness and enlightened society. Shambala is a common mythical paradise that is constantly talked about in ancient texts, including Kalachakra Tantra, and the ancient scriptures such as of Zhang Zhung culture which spread Tibetan Buddhism in western Tibet. The word has a Sanskrit root, which means “ place of peace ” or “ place of silence ”. Legend has it that only people with a pure heart can live in the place, where love and wisdom are the rulers, and where people are insusceptible to sufferings or griefs. The legend of Shambhala—a mythical Himalayan kingdom promising peace, immortality, and spiritual awakening—continues to enchant adventurers, seekers, and curious minds across generations. Known as the “Forbidden Land” or “Land of the Living Gods,” Shambhala whispers of a paradise hidden among snowy peaks, untouched by time.
