Diamond Way Buddhism in Greece

Diamond Way Buddhism provides easy access to authentic Buddhist teachings and meditations for use in contemporary life. The Diamond Way Buddhism centers in Greece were founded by Hannah and Lama Ole Nydahl under the spiritual guidance of Rangjung Rigpe Dorje, His Holiness the 16th Karmapa and Thaye Dorje, His Holiness the 17th Karmapa.

Buddha Shakyamuni

Who was Buddha? What is Buddhism?

Learn more about the life and the teachings of the historical Buddha Shakyamuni.

Buddhism
Thaye Dorje, His Holiness the 17th Karmapa

What makes Diamond Way Buddhism special?

Read about the Buddhist lay organization and it’s offer for the modern world.

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The Karmapas

Who are the Karmapas and Lama Ole?

Get to know the most important teachers of the Karma Kagyu lineage.

Teachers
Lama Ole Nydahl

Lama Ole Nydahl passed away

Condolences from Around the World

Following the passing of Lama Ole Nydahl on May 18, 2026, Rinpoches and Monasteries of the Karma Kagyu lineage shared their condolences on social media, and were met with heartfelt expressions of gratitude from students and people around the world for his tireless activity following the wishes of the 16th Karmapa.

Events in Greece

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Learn to meditate

In Greece, there are four Diamond Way Buddhist Centers where you can learn to meditate.

The two Buddhist Centers in Athens and Thessaloniki offer opportunities to meditate several times a week together with experienced practitioners.