Athens Buddhist Center, Karma Drubgyu Chokhor Ling-BodhiPath

Karma Kagyu practice in the city

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In Neos Kosmos, the Athens Buddhist Center brings a Karma Kagyu Buddhist community into the everyday fabric of the Greek capital. Known by its full name, Karma Drubgyu Chokhor Ling-BodhiPath, it is affiliated with BodhiPath Karma Kagyu Buddhist Centers. The center’s spiritual directors are H.H. the 17th Karmapa Thaye Dorje and H.H. the 14th Shamarpa, with Lama Mariangela, also known as Lama Yeshe Palmo, serving as teacher. Meditation and Buddhist study are at the heart of its work, making it a point of contact for travelers curious about Vajrayana practice as well as local practitioners. The address is Roumpesi 70, and participation runs by donation, so visitors can ask about current sessions and contribute according to their means. For specific dates and arrangements, check with the center before setting out.

Highlights

Resident teacher Lama Mariangela, also known as Lama Yeshe Palmo
Spiritual direction by H.H. the 17th Karmapa Thaye Dorje and H.H. the 14th Shamarpa
Affiliation with the international BodhiPath Karma Kagyu network

Good for

Buddhist meditation beginnersKarma Kagyu practitionersBuddhist philosophy and studyTravelers looking for city-based practice

Setting

At Roumpesi 70 in Neos Kosmos, practice takes place in an Athens neighborhood rather than a remote retreat landscape. The setting makes it possible to pair Buddhist practice with a stay in the city; confirm the center’s current activities before visiting.

The practice

Karma Kagyu is a Tibetan Buddhist lineage within Vajrayana, a path that combines meditation with Buddhist teachings and methods of mind training. At this Athens center, Lama Mariangela is the resident teacher, and meditation and study are central to its work. Newcomers can ask the center which sessions are suitable for a first visit and what to expect.

A typical day

Daily structure varies by retreat or activity, so confirm the schedule with the center before visiting.

Accommodation

Residential accommodation is not described. Plan to stay elsewhere in Athens and ask the center whether any retreat-specific arrangements apply.

What to bring

Comfortable clothing is suitable for meditation, along with a cushion if you prefer your own. Athens averages 18.9°C annually, with warmer, drier weather in June through August and cooler, wetter conditions in winter; pack layers and rain protection in the cooler months.

Website athensbuddhistcenter.org

Phone 0030 6974373611

Email [email protected]

Address Roumpesi 70

How to get there

The center is at Roumpesi 70 in the Neos Kosmos area of Athens. Use the address for your chosen route and confirm your visit with the center in advance.

Nearest airport: Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) (19 km)

Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH), near Spata-Artemida, is approximately 19 km from the center. A taxi is one direct option; check current transport choices and traffic before travelling.

Nearest city: Spata-Artemida

Languages

English

How to book

Contact the center through its website to confirm dates and ask how to arrange a visit.

Pricing

The center runs by donation, with no fixed fee stated. Ask about any suggested contribution for the activity you plan to attend.

Interested in this center? Check availability and upcoming retreats on their official site.

Visit Athens Buddhist Center, Karma Drubgyu Chokhor Ling-BodhiPath website

Climate

Climate Zone: Subtropical

Best Months: Jul, Aug, Jun

Avoid: Nov, Dec, Apr

Athens has an annual average temperature of 18.9°C. June, July, and August are the warmest and driest months, while January and February are among the coolest; rain is more common in November, December, and April.

Location

Frequently asked questions

How can I find out when sessions take place?

Contact the center or check its website for current session dates and times before travelling to Roumpesi 70.

Can I attend if I am new to Buddhist meditation?

The center is a place for meditation and Buddhist study. Ask whether a particular session is suitable for beginners.

How do I book a visit or retreat?

Contact the center through its website to ask about upcoming activities and any reservation arrangements.

What should I bring for a meditation session?

Wear comfortable clothes and bring any meditation cushion or shawl you prefer to use. Ask the center whether anything else is needed for a particular session.

What language are the teachings in?

Ask the center which languages are used for the session you plan to attend.