Phodong Monastery Tour Packages

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Outstanding amongst many other places to visit in Gangtok is Phodong Monastery. This particular monastery was built in eighteenth century. The paintings, sculptures and overall architecture of this monastery has been completed with perfection. You can spend hours humming to the sound of monks performing the rituals. The location of this monastery adds on to the beauty. You can enjoy a scenic view of the surroundings here and spend time unwinding. The popular Cham dance is held annually in this monastery.
Tips
The best time to visit the Phodong Monastery is between the months of March to May and October to December.
The monastery remains open for visitors from 8 am to 5 pm.
You must dress appropriately while visiting the monastery
Maintain peace and decorum while you are inside the monastery and do not disturb the monks as that might offend them.
Facts
Phodong Monastery is rated as the most beautiful monasteries in Sikkim.
It secures a position in the list of six most important Buddhist monasteries in Sikkim.
The monastery houses over 250 monks.
The monastery was originally built in 1740 AD by the fourth king of Sikkim – Chogyal Gyurmed Namgyal.
Main Highlights
The monastery is famous for its architectural style. The walls are adorned with beautiful murals, paintings and frescos which never fails to astonish visitors.
Phodong Monastery offers a picturesque view of the mountains and the surrounding valleys.
The Chaam Dance along with religious rituals is performed by the monks on the occasion of the annual festival, which is held on the 28th and 29th day of the 10th month of the Tibetan calendar corresponding to the month of December to January.