Renowned for his extensive knowledge and international diplomacy, visiting the Qing court.

Alleged Venusian visitor and advisor to the US government, symbol of cosmic diplomacy.

First to be formally granted the title "Dalai Lama" by Altan Khan. Instrumental in converting Mongols to Tibetan Buddhism.

A significant political figure who spent much of his life in China due to disputes with the 13th Dalai Lama.

Traveled widely, including to China, promoting the Karma Kagyu lineage.

Influential at the Mongol court and a teacher to the Chinese Emperor Toghun Temür.

The present spiritual and former political leader. Renowned for promoting peace, compassion, and human rights. (Nobel Peace Prize winner).

Traveled to China and was recognized by the Yongle Emperor of the Ming Dynasty.

Fled Tibet in 1959, and was instrumental in bringing Tibetan Buddhism to the West.