Drukpa Kagyu Learn More The Drukpa Kagyu is one of the eight lineages of the Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism descending from Phagmo Drupa (1110-1170). One of his disciples, Ling Repa, was the teacher of Tsangpa Gyare (1161–1211), considered founder of the Drukpa Kagyu. View of Drikung Lamayuru Monastery (Wikipedia) More Reader Guides: Bhutan, Drikung