Seven Tibetan Buddhist monks from Tashi Lhunpo monastery visited the Flathead Valley between March 9th and March 12th, 2003. They created a sand mandala, performed a sacred dance, called a cham, performed a candle light vigil, and gave some Buddhist teachings.

cham dance

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when

March 12th, 2003 : 7pm

where

The Historic KM Theatre
50 2nd Street East, Kalispell, MT [map]

what it was

Cham performances and ceremonies feature sacred masked dances, sacred music, healing chants and spectacular richly ornamented multi-colored costumes. With accompanying narration and a monastic debate demonstration, the program provides a fascinating and warm glimpse into ancient and current Tibetan culture.

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