The Dalai Lama created a Tibetan capital in exile in India. It's shrinking
Summary
The Tibetan capital in exile, located in Dharamshala, India, is experiencing a decline in its community and school enrollment. The Dalai Lama established this community in 1960 after fleeing Tibet due to a failed uprising. The community has served as a cultural and educational center for Tibetan children, but many of its residents are now migrating to the West.Key Facts
- Dharamshala in India is considered the de facto capital of Tibetans in exile.
- The Tibetan Children's Village in Dharamshala was established by the Dalai Lama in 1960.
- School enrollment at the Tibetan Children's School is decreasing.
- The Tibetan Children's Village educates children about their language, culture, and faith.
- Many Tibetan families moved to remote areas in India, leading them to send their children to school in Dharamshala.
- An estimated 23,000 Tibetan children left Tibet and came to India between 1980 and 2008.
- The number of Tibetans in Dharamshala has been declining as many migrate to Western countries.
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