Kagyu-Dzong, Paris

Name: Kagyu-Dzong
Address: 40 route Ceinture du Lac Daumesnil, Paris, France

#670 among attractions in Paris

Temple, Buddhist architecture

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The Kagyu-Dzong center is a Buddhist center in Paris, affiliated to the Karma Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism. This center is linked to the 17th Karmapa, Orgyen Trinley Dorje. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 48°49'44"N, 2°24'51"E

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40 route Ceinture du Lac DaumesnilReuilly (Bel-Air)Paris France

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Kagyu-Dzong – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bois de Vincennes, Château de Vincennes, Sainte-Chapelle de Vincennes, Paris Zoological Park.

1.2 miE
Sprawling urban park with trails and a zoo
Bois de Vincennes, Paris
31 min walk • The Bois de Vincennes, a sprawling oasis on the eastern edge of Paris, France, is a verdant retreat for city dwellers and tourists alike. As the largest public park in the city, it covers an expansive 995 hectares, offering a lush landscape of woodland and lakes just a...
1.5 miNE
14th-century castle
Château de Vincennes, Paris
38 min walk • Situated on the eastern edge of Paris, the Château de Vincennes is a massive fortress that offers a unique glimpse into the medieval and early modern history of France. This imposing structure, with its substantial walls and imposing keep, stands as a testament to the...
1.4 miNE
Gothic architecture, Church
Sainte-Chapelle de Vincennes, Paris
35 min walk • The Sainte-Chapelle de Vincennes is a hidden gem located in the historic town of Vincennes, just on the outskirts of Paris, France. This chapel, lesser-known compared to its famous namesake on the Île de la Cité, is a part of the grand Château de Vincennes and is a...
~1590 ftNE
Zoo
Paris Zoological Park, Paris
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the 12th arrondissement of Paris, the Paris Zoological Park, commonly known as Parc Zoologique de Paris or Vincennes Zoo, offers visitors an enchanting escape into the animal kingdom. This extensive zoological park, which spans over 14.5...
1.2 miW
Museum, Specialty museum
Musée des Arts Forains, Paris
30 min walk • The Musée des Arts Forains is a private museum of funfair and fairground objects located within the Pavillons de Bercy in the 12th arrondissement of Paris at 53, avenue des Terroirs de France, Paris, France. It is open to the public by prior reservation.
~220 ftN
Natural attraction, Lake, Body of water
Lac Daumesnil, Paris
2 min walk • Lac Daumesnil is a lake in the Bois de Vincennes, a public park in Paris, France. Its surface area is 0.12 km². It is surrounded by "promenade Maurice Boitel".
1.4 miNE
Park, Botanical garden
Parc Floral de Paris, Paris
35 min walk • The Parc floral de Paris is a public park and botanical garden located within the Bois de Vincennes in the 12th arrondissement of Paris.
1 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lac de Saint-Mandé, Paris
25 min walk • Lac de Saint-Mandé is a lake in the Bois de Vincennes. Its surface area is 0.4 km² and it contains a small island.
1.2 miNW
Cemetery
Picpus Cemetery, Paris
32 min walk • Picpus Cemetery is the largest private cemetery in Paris, France, located in the 12th arrondissement. It was created from land seized from the convent of the Chanoinesses de St-Augustin, during the French Revolution.
0.8 miSW
Bridge
Nelson Mandela Bridges, Montreuil
20 min walk • The Nelson Mandela Bridges are two twin bridges in France, spanning the river Seine, between Ivry-sur-Seine and Charenton-le-Pont, where the Seine and the Marne have their confluence.
1 miNW
Church
Saint-Esprit, Paris
26 min walk • Saint-Esprit is a Catholic church in the 12th arrondissement of Paris, France, in the southeast of the city.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kagyu-Dzong?

Nearby attractions include Lac Daumesnil, Paris (2 min walk), Pagode de Vincennes, Paris (2 min walk), Paris Zoological Park, Paris (8 min walk), Cité nationale de l'histoire de l'immigration, Paris (13 min walk).

How to get to Kagyu-Dzong by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kagyu-Dzong:

Bus

Caserne des Gardes • Lines: 325 (7 min walk)
Gravelle - Jaurès • Lines: 77 (8 min walk)

Metro

Liberté • Lines: 8 (11 min walk)
Charenton-Écoles • Lines: 8 (13 min walk)

Tram

Porte Dorée • Lines: T3a (15 min walk)
Porte de Charenton • Lines: T3a (20 min walk)

Train

Ivry-sur-Seine (37 min walk)