The Library of Tibetan Works & Archives (LTWA) is a premier, world-renowned institute specializing in Buddhist and Tibetan studies, founded by His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama in 1970.

Mission and Vision: Conceived in the aftermath of the Chinese takeover of Tibet, the LTWA's core mission is the restoration, protection, preservation, and promotion of Tibetan cultural heritage. It is firmly dedicated to a threefold vision of preservation, protection, and promotion.

Status and Recognition:

• It holds the combined status of the National Library, National Museum, and National Archives for the Tibetan Government-in-Exile.

• It has been recognized as a Centre for Tibetan Studies by Himachal Pradesh University.

• It serves as a National Manuscripts Resource Centre under the Government of India’s National Manuscripts Mission.

Comprehensive Resources and Objectives: The LTWA provides comprehensive Tibetan cultural resources and fosters an environment that encourages research and the exchange of knowledge. Its vast holdings include:

• Rare Tibetan manuscripts, books, artifacts, and works of art.

• Reference works in Tibetan and foreign languages.

Activities and Offerings: In line with its aims, the LTWA actively:

• Acquires and conserves Tibetan cultural resources.

• Provides access to its holdings for scholars, researchers, and students globally.

• Publishes books and manuscripts under its own imprint.

• Supports research scholars.

• Offers classes in Buddhist philosophy, Tibetan language, and culture.

The LTWA's established credibility and extensive resources make it an ideal partner to bring authentic Tibetan Buddhist and cultural studies to a wider audience through the Sherab E-learning platform.