KIBI Facilities &
Visitor Information
We’ve put together some helpful information to make your stay at KIBI comfortable and enjoyable. If any questions arise, you’re warmly invited to visit the Information Centre or simply ask any of our team members – we’ll be happy to assist and guide you.
KIBI Campus
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KIBI is located in a beautiful building designed in traditional Tibetan architectural style. It overlooks the lush greenery of Sanjay Van, a large forested park with views of the distant Qutab Minar. Recently renovated, the park offers a serene setting for walking, jogging, or exploring its fascinating archaeological sites. For your safety, it is recommended to visit during daylight hours and preferably with a companion.
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Classes are held in the main building, which includes a large Buddhist shrine hall with air conditioning and a sound system, an auditorium, and five lecture halls. The building also houses a well-equipped Buddhist library, administrative offices, and a lounge. Please note that noise in the corridors and outside the Lhakang (meditation hall) can be easily heard. We therefore ask you to be mindful of your surroundings and to speak quietly during events and when others are resting.
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Lhakhang (Gompa), Shrine & Meditation Hall
Book Shop
Cafeteria
Rooms & Accommodation
Every day at 6:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., pujas are held at the Lhakhang, to which everyone is warmly invited. On weekends, visitors are welcome from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. On important Buddhist holidays, offical ceremonies are held at KIBI, where visitors are also welcome.
Located in the southwest corner of the KIBI ground level, the Dharma Shop offers a variety of items to support your practice. Opening hours are posted on the door. During public courses, the shop is open in the morning, during lunch breaks, and after dinner. Before empowerments, kataks (white scarves) and envelopes are available outside the Lhakhang. For orders or inquiries, you can contact us via email: kungatsering6@gmail.com
The cafeteria, located on the first floor of the main building, is open during public courses. Opening hours are posted on the door. It’s a welcoming space to meet friends, enjoy coffee, refreshments, small breakfasts, snacks, cakes, cookies, and other basic items. Speakers have been installed so you won’t miss any teachings even if you step out of the meditation hall for a moment.
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Please note that the cafeteria and bookshop are reserved for KIBI students, Sangha members, and course participants. These facilities are offered exclusively for the comfort and benefit of our learning community.
The accommodations are located on both sides of the main building and feature simple rooms with three to four beds and private bathrooms. In addition, there are two large rooms with bunk beds for eight people each and private bathrooms.
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If you would like to stay overnight at KIBI outside of public courses please contact us at: kibihostel@gmail.com
Meals & Water
Meals are served three times a day: breakfast at 8:00 am, lunch at 12:00 noon, and dinner at 7:00 pm. Please avoid drinking tap water! Filtered water is provided during meals, and additional water is available for purchase in the cafeteria.
Medical assistance
During public courses, volunteer medical doctors are usually available on the ground floor of the main building. For more serious matters, two hospitals are nearby. Contact details are available at the KIBI Office upon request.
What to Keep in Mind at KIBI
Dressing with Respect at KIBI
The Tibetan and Indian way of dressing reflects cultural values and the deep respect given to tradition and religion. This is especially meaningful in sacred spaces like KIBI and during official ceremonies such as Empowerments and Pujas. To stay comfortable while honoring Tibetan and Indian culture, here are some supportive clothing guidelines that can help you not only on the KIBI campus but also while traveling in India:
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For Women: Knee-length or long skirts or pants, with tops that cover the shoulders and upper arms. Tank tops and sleeveless shirts are best avoided.
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For Men: Long pants and shirts with sleeves to cover the shoulders. Shorts and sleeveless shirts are not suitable.
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Important: Please remove your shoes before entering the Gompa (temple).
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Dressing respectfully enhances the experience for everyone and helps create a welcoming and harmonious environment – especially in a global setting where people from different cultures come together. By dressing respectfully, you not only show appreciation for Tibetan and Indian traditions, but also contribute to creating a warm, welcoming, and harmonious atmosphere in which people from all cultures can feel at home.
Maintaining a Peaceful Atmosphere
To support the calm and mindful atmosphere at KIBI, we kindly ask everyone to refrain from alcohol, tobacco, and drugs while on campus. This helps create a welcoming and harmonious space for all.
