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13th Dalai Lama Passes Away.
Thubten Gyatso, the 13th Dalai Lama, passes away at 57 on this day. He was a greatly loved leader and was known for playing a major contribution in bringing Tibet into modern day society. Photo: 13th Dalai Lama sitting in meditation posture in Darjeeling, India. -
The Dalai Lama is Born in Taktser, Amdo.
Lhamo Dondrub, (later named Tenzin Gyatso) is born in the province of Amdo in a small town called Taktser. He is born to a peasant farming family. Photo: 14th Dalai Lama at time of his discovery. -
Dalai Lama Assumes Full Political Power Over Tibet.
Because of the 1949 Chinese invasion, the Dalai Lama gains political power over Tibet even though he is not yet 18, which is usually a followed guideline. Photo: 13th Dalai Lama sitting on his throne at time of the Chinese invasion. -
Dalai Lama Departs Lhasa and Heads to Dromo.
Because of the Chinese threat, the Dalai Lama leaves Lhasa for his own safety and moves to Dromo where he resides from January 1951 to July 1951. Photo: The Dalai Lama traveling by horseback with bodyguards. -
The 17-point agreement is signed by Tibet.
Tibetan officials have no choice but to sign a treaty dictated by the Chinese. This "17 point agreement" included Tibetan religious freedom and autonomy. The Chinese do not do a good job keeping up with the treaty. Photo: Chinese and Tibetan officials toast the signing of the 17-point agreement. -
Dalai Lama Visits China for Peace Talks.
The Dalai Lama visits China and meets with Chinese leader Mao Zedong to discuss Tibetan-Chinese relations. Photo: Dalai Lama (right) and Panchen Lama (left) meet with Mao Zedong. -
Dalai Lama Escapes Lhasa.
The Dalai Lama has to leave Lhasa, and in order for him to do this easily, he must dress in a soldier's uniform. He escapes without trouble. Photo: Dalai Lama with Tibetan guerrillas during his escape from Tibet. -
Dalai Lama Officially Enters India.
After a 14-day trip from Lhasa to India, the Dalai Lama finally enters India where he will live and setup a government-in-exile. Photo: The Dalai Lama greeting 100 000 people in Bodh Gaya, India. -
Dalai Lama Moves to Dharamsala, India.
The Dalai Lama moves to Dharamsala, India, where he still lives today. Dharamsala is a highly Tibetan populated city in India. -
The Dalai Lama Visits West for the First Time.
The Dalai Lama goes on a tour of the West that includes West Germany, Austria, Italy, Norway, and more.
