Shang Shung Institute
Museums, Historical Sites, and ZoosItaly11-50 Employees
Based in Italy, the Shang Shung Institute is a small organization engaged in preserving Tibetan cultural heritage and translating Tibetan texts for Western audiences. Its mission centers on sustaining Tibetan traditions and fostering cross-cultural understanding through accessible scholarship. The name Shang Shung reflects the historical source of Tibetan culture, underscoring the institute’s focus on the origins and significance of Tibetan civilization. Founded by Chögyal Namkhai Norbu, the institute operates within the cultural heritage sector, aligning with museums and historic sites. Its activities focus on safeguarding Tibetan cultural life and supporting scholarly work related to Tibetan literature. By emphasizing Shang Shung as a historical source, it frames its mission as contributing to the understanding of Tibetan culture across past and present.