The 17th Anniversary of the Enlightenment Stupa was celebrated on May 27 at Pal Karma Dorje Dzingpa Ling in Northern California.  A Fire Puja Offering has held followed by Stupa Sutra and Avalokitesvara Sutra Chanting.  Everyone enjoyed the activities including changing of the prayer flags and circumambulating the Stupa, which generates merits to all sentient beings. A delicious vegetarian lunch was served to everyone participating in the event.

Changing Prayer Flags

Raising Flags

Dorje Palmo Leading Prayer

Finishing Fire Puja

Offerings for Fire

Adding Pine Boughs

Preparing Offerings

Fire Puja

Circumambulating Stupa

Stupa Gathering

Enjoying Lunch

Gathering for Stupa Anniversary