AKONG RINPOCHE : A REMARKABLE LIFE
Fri 9 Oct · 18:00
Samye Foundation Wales
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**FRIDAY 9TH OCTOBER 2026. 6pm to 8pm : in the hall** **Akong Rinpoche's Film:** **A feature-length documentary film about the founder of Europe's first Tibetan Buddhist centre in Dumfriesshire has staged its world premiere. The story of Akong Tulku Rinpoche was screened at the Samye Ling site he founded in Eskdalemuir. A Remarkable Life covers everything from his birth in Tibet in 1939 to his murder in China in 2013** In order that the film can fulfil the aspiration to share with the world Rinpoche's example of Compassion in Action plus raise funds for the Akong Memorial Foundation, there will be a donation box and/or card machine if you would like to make a donation towards the showing.
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AKONG RINPOCHE : A REMARKABLE LIFE takes place on Friday, 9 October 2026 at 18:00.
AKONG RINPOCHE : A REMARKABLE LIFE is held at Samye Foundation Wales in Cardiff (250 Cowbridge Road East, Canton, Cardiff, CF5 1GZ).
The forecast for AKONG RINPOCHE : A REMARKABLE LIFE is Light drizzle · 13°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Samye Foundation Wales can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for AKONG RINPOCHE : A REMARKABLE LIFE can be booked via meetup.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
About This Event
**FRIDAY 9TH OCTOBER 2026. 6pm to 8pm : in the hall** **Akong Rinpoche's Film:** **A feature-length documentary film about the founder of Europe's first Tibetan Buddhist centre in Dumfriesshire has staged its world premiere. The story of Akong Tulku Rinpoche was screened at the Samye Ling site he founded in Eskdalemuir. A Remarkable Life covers everything from his birth in Tibet in 1939 to his murder in China in 2013** In order that the film can fulfil the aspiration to share with the world Rinpoche's example of Compassion in Action plus raise funds for the Akong Memorial Foundation, there will be a donation box and/or card machine if you would like to make a donation towards the showing.
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When is AKONG RINPOCHE : A REMARKABLE LIFE?
AKONG RINPOCHE : A REMARKABLE LIFE takes place on Friday, 9 October 2026 at 18:00.
Where is AKONG RINPOCHE : A REMARKABLE LIFE taking place?
AKONG RINPOCHE : A REMARKABLE LIFE is held at Samye Foundation Wales in Cardiff (250 Cowbridge Road East, Canton, Cardiff, CF5 1GZ).
What will the weather be like at AKONG RINPOCHE : A REMARKABLE LIFE?
The forecast for AKONG RINPOCHE : A REMARKABLE LIFE is Light drizzle · 13°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near AKONG RINPOCHE : A REMARKABLE LIFE?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Samye Foundation Wales can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for AKONG RINPOCHE : A REMARKABLE LIFE?
Tickets for AKONG RINPOCHE : A REMARKABLE LIFE can be booked via meetup.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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