Dolma Ling Nunnery

In April 2001, FPMT Mongolia received the beautiful historic ground of the former "Dara Ehk" Monastery. Only 15 minutes from the Center of Ulaanbaatar, it has breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. The monastery was destroyed during the communist period. The gompa (temple) was already renovated in the original style and other buildings were in desperate need of repair.

In October of 2001, a small group of dedicated women asked to be ordained. The Abbot of Sera Je gave the ordination in Mongolian and the City Centre in Ulaanbaatar hosted these nuns to form the first FPMT sponsored nunnery in Mongolia.

After the ordination, it was decided the "Dara Ehk" property would be used for the nunnery. Fundraising was initiated to complete the necessary repairs and to begin the creation of a proper nunnery where these dedicated women could receive teachings and deepen their understanding of the Buddha Dharma.

In May 2003, the complex buildings were largely repaired and the nuns movd into residence. Finally it was possible for the nuns to build a true Buddhist community and become the first residential nunnery in Mongolia with the name Dolma Ling.

The nuns also host a variety of religious activities (such as Pujas) for the surrounding community. FPMT Mongolia provides all resources for the Dolma Ling nuns such as clothes, food, heating and living expenses.

FPMT has established FPMT Mongolia as a designated purpose fund, which with the support of generous benefactors, supports the work of FPMT's affiliate in Mongolia. All donations made to the fund are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.