Himachal Pradesh, commonly called as the land of Gods, has with it a total of 33 Buddhist

monasteries. Click HERE for some drool-worthy Himachal packages. Explore the Himalayas!

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The state of Himachal Pradesh, commonly called as the dev bhoomi (the land of Gods), has with it a total of 33 Buddhist monasteries. Apart from its high altitude desert, snow-capped mountains, rock-cut valleys and majestic forests, the beautiful state of Himachal is also known for being home to a number of Buddhists. The famous valley of Lahaul and Spiti, Dharamshala, Kinnaur and Kangra Valley is where you'll spot a number of Buddhist pilgrims, scholars and tourists. HIMACHAL PRADESH TOURISM - TOUR PACKAGES Here we bring to you these top monasteries you need to visit at least once in life.

Himachal Pradesh, commonly called as the land of Gods, has with it a total of 33 Buddhist

monasteries. Click HERE for some drool-worthy Himachal packages. Explore the Himalayas!

KYE MONASTERY

Founded in the 11th century, the oldest and largest monastery of Himachal Pradesh lies above Kye Village, which is some 12 km of Kaza, in Lahaul and Spiti district. If you want to experience the hardcore culture of Buddhism, Key Gompa is the place you're looking for. The thangka paintings, valuable books, and murals, ancient musical instruments, are the things you will come across, which makes this place one of the top Buddhist monastery in India.

Himachal Pradesh, commonly called as the land of Gods, has with it a total of 33 Buddhist

monasteries. Click HERE for some drool-worthy Himachal packages. Explore the Himalayas!

KAZA MONASTERY

Kaza Monastery makes the list for its stunning landscape view of Spiti Valley it gives to the visitors. It was inaugurated on July 9, 2009, by His Holiness the Dalai Lama. When in and around Spiti and Lahaul, this is a must-visit monastery as it makes to the backpacker's list of top Buddhist temple in India. SPITI VALLEY TOUR

Himachal Pradesh, commonly called as the land of Gods, has with it a total of 33 Buddhist

monasteries. Click HERE for some drool-worthy Himachal packages. Explore the Himalayas!

DHANKAR MONASTERY

Located more than 12,000 feet up, Dharkar is a fort monastery originated nearly 1000 years back, which even serves as a prison for a period of time. Love road trips? Then the road to the monastery is absolutely your thing, with a total of 33 hairpin turns.

Himachal Pradesh, commonly called as the land of Gods, has with it a total of 33 Buddhist

monasteries. Click HERE for some drool-worthy Himachal packages. Explore the Himalayas!

MONASTERY OF MAHABODHI SOCIETY

Located in the small village of Brelengi, near Rocking Peo, is this Buddhist monastery, which is known for its 10-meter huge statue of Lord Buddha Kinnaur gazing over the Kinnaur Kilash mountain. The way to the statue is a hike, and the long walk is worth it.

Himachal Pradesh, commonly called as the land of Gods, has with it a total of 33 Buddhist

monasteries. Click HERE for some drool-worthy Himachal packages. Explore the Himalayas!

DHARAMSHALA/ MCLEOD GANJ

A beautiful tourist town to live among the Buddhist locals. The monks walking the

streets of Dharamshala and McLeod Ganj is a common sight for a tourist there. The

residence of the Dalai Lama at Tsuglagkhand Complex is worth the visit. This place

plays a vital role in defining the Buddhism in Himachal Pradesh.

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