Buddhism is one of the oldest religions in the world, with a history of about 2,000 years in China. Tibetan Buddhism is an important part of Chinese Buddhism. Do you know about Tibetan King Songtsen Gampo and Princess Wencheng of the Tang Dynasty (618-907)? Songtsen Gampo was the founder of the Tibetan Tubo Kingdom (about 618-842). He married Princess Wencheng of the Tang Dynasty in the 7th century. The Jokhang Temple on Barkhor Street houses a life-size statue of a 12-year-old Sakyamuni Buddha

1K reactions · 11 shares | The Dalai Lama, who is the spiritual head of Tibetan Buddhism, has turned 90 years old. In Dharamshala, grand celebrations began on Monday, which was his birthday according to the Tibetan lunar calendar, and will conclude on Sunday, his official birthday. For decades, the Nobel Peace Prize-winning leader has been a prominent figure on the global stage. Here is a look back at his life and work through the years. | BBC News India | Facebook

8.1K views · 156 reactions | The reincarnation of the Dalai Lama is steeped in ancient tradition, but as the current spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism marks his 87th birthday, China is looking to assert its influence. | ABC News | Facebook