He’s not exactly an international man of mystery, but there may be a lot you don’t know about the Dalai Lama. As the celebrated spiritual leader turns 81 this week, here’s a look at some of ...

inside the chorten are the remains of the fifth Dalai Lama, given antiseptic treatment by Tibetan medicine, and other valuable relics.

According to the current Dalai Lama, the Tibetan word "lama" corresponds precisely to the better known Indian word "guru". In religious terms, the Dalai Lama is believed by his devotees to be the ...