Lopon Tsechu

Religious Leader

Birthday September 19, 1918

Birth Sign Virgo

Birthplace China

DEATH DATE Jun 10, 2003 (84)

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About

Religious sophisticate and master of Tibetan Buddhism who is most famous for his teachings and fervent following.

Before Fame

When he was a young boy, he was ordained as a monk in Bhutan's largest monastery.

Trivia

He built many stupas -- or statues of Buddha -- all over the globe. In fact, the one he erected in Spain is 108 feet tall and at the time was the largest one in the Western world.

Family Life

He was born in Bhutan.

Associated With

He was one of the earliest proponents of Tibetan Buddhism, which Jet Li practiced as a young boy.