Mahabodhi Phandeyling  Nunnery The Buddha gave an opportunity to women to prove their worth, capability and capacity to attain the highest possible in the religious way of life. But nuns in Ladakh did not enjoy any status or opportunity to study and practice the Buddhist teachings in an organized way.  Ven. Sanghasena established the Mahabodhi Nunnery to improve the poor living conditions of the nuns and restore their self-esteem and dignity in society.  Previously non-existent, a comprehensive secular and religious education is now provided to young nuns in a safe and healthy, spiritual environment.  The  Mahabodhi Nunnery was established in 1996 with the kindness and support of Buddha's Light International Association.  Situated in a stretch of dry and desert land nestled among the copper mountains of the vast Devachan campus, a new prayer hall, residence rooms, a small dining hall and kitchen were constructed. Eight young nuns are receiving their monastic training which includes the practice of Vipassana meditation, study of basic Buddhist philosophy, Buddhist history, Ladakhi, Tibetan, English and Pali languages.  They attend regular school with the other children too. The Mahabodhi Nuns are trained to be meditation teachers, community leaders, religious administrators and healers.  They will be encouraged to shoulder leadership responsibilities in carrying out the various educational, medical, spiritual and charity projects in the campus.  This will enable them to play a significant role in promoting the welfare and preservation of the cultural heritage of the Ladakhis. Help is required to reach our target of building the facilities to accommodate 30 nuns, together with a kitchen, dining hall and reception.