Nyungne retreat involves 1000 Arms Chenrezig practice with visualization and recitation of the long and short Compassion mantra, Participants are required to take the Mahayana precepts and strictly observe fasting and silence vows. This retreat is for full time participants only. Visitors can join in for recitation at any time, but to actually do the retreat, one need to attend full-time. Please carefully read all practical information that follows to know what to expect during the retreat.