Most Famous Buddhist Monasteries in India

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Most Famous Buddhist Monasteries in India
Buddhist India Tour
Buddhism is a thriving religion which has managed
to behold the interests of people from all
corners of the world. Most spiritually inclined
people are drawn towards this religion due to its
core principles which are based on peace, non-
violence and detachment.
For this reason, many travelers take huge
interest in Buddhist monasteries during their
travel expeditions around the world to gain an
insight into the life of Buddha. It also gives a
chance to escape the brunt of modern lifestyle by
spending some quiet time in tranquility of these
monasteries.
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Buddhist Monasteries in India
There are many Buddhist monasteries in India have
gained momentum as one of the best sites of
tourist interest. Most of these monasteries were
built in discreet locations to accommodate the
needs of monastic life. Each of these buildings
speaks of the architectural brilliance that went
into their construction in the times of Buddha.
Some top notch Buddhist monasteries in which are
worth visiting on your Buddhist tour packages are
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Bodhimanda Bihar, Bodh Gaya
Bodhimanda Bihar in Bodh Gaya is the most sacred
place for Buddhists as it used to be the seat of
Buddha when he gained enlightenment. Considering
the relevance of this site in Buddhist religion,
the monastery was converted into a Buddhist
temple and is presently known
as Mahabodhi temple. This temple features on
every India Buddhist tour itinerary. The Bodhi
tree inside the monastery is another attraction
that receives a lot of attention from tourists as
Lord Buddha used to meditate under this tree.
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Hemis Monastery, Ladakh
Hidden behind a curtain of beaming red rocks of
Ladakh, Hemis monastery is the richest monastery
in India. Built during 17th century, this
monastery boasts of its pristine natural
surroundings which are the most fascinating
feature of this religious site of Drukpa
Buddhists.
Its also a venue for the annual Hemis
festival held in the month of June, which is
celebrated with great enthusiasm by the people of
Ladakh.
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Namgyal Monastery, Mcleodganj
Namgyal monastery is the abode of Tibetan
spiritual leader, The Dalai Lama, who took refuge
in this part of India after escaping from Tibet
during the Chinese invasion. The monastery is a
part of the Tsuglag Kang Buddhist Complex in
Mcleodganj where many Buddhist monks reside.
Staying in this monastery
is a great way to understand the religion and
take part in the prayer ceremonies carried out
but the spiritual teachers.
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Mindrolling Monastery, Dehradoon
Built by Khonchen Rinpochein the nineteenth
century in Clement Town of Dehradoon, Mind
rolling Monastery is one of the most
distinguished Buddhist pilgrimage site in India.
Spread over a large area, the monastic complex
consists of a stupa and a
Buddhist college where the Buddhist teachings are
passed on to the younger generation. The walls of
the monastery exhibit several murals and
artefacts based on the life of Buddha.
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Ghoom Monastery, Darjeeling
Ghoom monastery is a revered Buddhist attraction
in Darjeeling that receives a great number of
tourists. Also known as Yiga Choeling Monastery,
it is located in Ghoom district which lies close
to Darjeeling. This monastery has a fifteen feet
tall statue of Lord
Buddha which is named as Maitrey Buddha. There
are paintings and pictures of deities belonging
to the Gelupka Buddhists inside the monastery and
also the bells and drums which help in retaining
a tranquil atmosphere inside the monastic complex.
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Tawang Monastery, Arunachal Pradesh
Located in Tawang city in Arunachal Pradesh,
Tawang monastery is the second largest Buddhist
monastery in Asia. Situated at a height of 10000
meters above sea level, this monastery offers
mind boggling views of the valleys and mountains
including the Kanchenjunga peaks.
The monastery lists among the best destinations
in Buddhist India Tour and consists of a three
story assembly hall known as Dukhanga which
houses several paintings, manuscripts and
scriptures. There is a large image of Lord Buddha
inside the monastery which garners a lot of the
attention from the visitors.
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