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Monasteries in SikkimGuru Padmasambhava, the great Buddhist saint who visited Sikkim in the 8th century had blessed the state to extract all the negativities from the place. Ever Since then Buddhism is all predominant in the state. Many Monasteries stand a witness to the Buddhist cult of society. The gompas in the state preserve the ancient Tibetan manuscripts, exquisitely carved wood work and icons of silver and gold. Among the famous monasteries in Sikkim some are
Rumtek Monastery:;This is the most enshrined monastery located in East Sikkim. The monastery is a reservoir for the relics (the possessions of the 16th Karmapa), Retreat Center, 'Shedra' (monastic college), Nunnery, Stupas (protector's shrine).;
Pemayangtse Monastery:;This monastery of Nyingma sect of Buddhists is located in West Sikkim and provides a magnificent view of Mt. Kanchenjunga. The main attraction here is the Sculpted painting of 'Sangthopalri'.;
Enchey Monastery:;This religious site of Nyingma sect of Buddhists is located in East Sikkim.The name of the monastery literally means “Solitary Temple” . This monastery also nestles prehistoric idols and images of Gods, Goddesses and other religious things. Buddha, Loki Sharia and Guru Padmasambhava are worshiped here.
Tsuk La Khang Monastery:;It is the sovereign gompa of the erstwhile Royal family of Sikkim. A major place of worship and assembly for the Buddhists. The two-storeyed monastery is the storekeep of collected works of Buddhist scriptures.;
Labrang Monastery:;This leading monastery of the state is located in North Sikkim. Gyalshe Rigzing Chempa made this monastery built to to commemorate Latsun Chembo of Kongpu who initiated and propagated Nyingmapa School of Tibetan Buddhism. The name of the monastery literally means “The Lamas Dwelling”.
Phensang Monastery:;This monastery of Nyingmapa sect of Buddhism is located in North Sikkim and is famous for the annual festival held in December. People are amused by the 'Chaam' (mask dance) dance performances of the Lamas. People come to this monastery to pay homage year after year.;
Phodong Monastery:;Deemed as the first monastery of Kagyupa sect in Sikkim, this is situated in North Sikkim on a hill top. This most monastery of Sikkim was built by Chogyal Gyurmed Namgyal. Here also a annual festival is celebrated where Chaam is performed.
Ralang Monastery:;This legendary monastery of Sikkim is the most significant and most revered one. Located in South Sikkim the prime attraction of this monastery is the wonderful agglomeration of paintings and 'Pang Lhabsol' festival.;
Tashiding Monastery:;This monastery located in the West Sikkim was erected by Ngadak Sempa Chembo. The main attraction of the monastery is the sacred chorten (stupa) known by the name of 'Thong-Wa-rang-Dol' which literally means 'Saviors by mere sight'. As per beliefs, the very sight of the stupa purges away the sins. The monastery has Buddhist Mantras, old edifices, stupas and stone plates. Celebration of 'Bumchu' adds to the charm of this monastery.
Monasteries in SikkimGuru Padmasambhava, the great Buddhist saint who visited Sikkim in the 8th century had blessed the state to extract all the negativities from the place. Ever Since then Buddhism is all predominant in the state. Many Monasteries stand a witness to the Buddhist cult of society. The gompas in the state preserve the ancient Tibetan manuscripts, exquisitely carved wood work and icons of silver and gold. Among the famous monasteries in Sikkim some are
Rumtek Monastery:;This is the most enshrined monastery located in East Sikkim. The monastery is a reservoir for the relics (the possessions of the 16th Karmapa), Retreat Center, 'Shedra' (monastic college), Nunnery, Stupas (protector's shrine).;
Pemayangtse Monastery:;This monastery of Nyingma sect of Buddhists is located in West Sikkim and provides a magnificent view of Mt. Kanchenjunga. The main attraction here is the Sculpted painting of 'Sangthopalri'.;
Enchey Monastery:;This religious site of Nyingma sect of Buddhists is located in East Sikkim.The name of the monastery literally means “Solitary Temple” . This monastery also nestles prehistoric idols and images of Gods, Goddesses and other religious things. Buddha, Loki Sharia and Guru Padmasambhava are worshiped here.
Tsuk La Khang Monastery:;It is the sovereign gompa of the erstwhile Royal family of Sikkim. A major place of worship and assembly for the Buddhists. The two-storeyed monastery is the storekeep of collected works of Buddhist scriptures.;
Labrang Monastery:;This leading monastery of the state is located in North Sikkim. Gyalshe Rigzing Chempa made this monastery built to to commemorate Latsun Chembo of Kongpu who initiated and propagated Nyingmapa School of Tibetan Buddhism. The name of the monastery literally means “The Lamas Dwelling”.
Phensang Monastery:;This monastery of Nyingmapa sect of Buddhism is located in North Sikkim and is famous for the annual festival held in December. People are amused by the 'Chaam' (mask dance) dance performances of the Lamas. People come to this monastery to pay homage year after year.;
Phodong Monastery:;Deemed as the first monastery of Kagyupa sect in Sikkim, this is situated in North Sikkim on a hill top. This most monastery of Sikkim was built by Chogyal Gyurmed Namgyal. Here also a annual festival is celebrated where Chaam is performed.
Ralang Monastery:;This legendary monastery of Sikkim is the most significant and most revered one. Located in South Sikkim the prime attraction of this monastery is the wonderful agglomeration of paintings and 'Pang Lhabsol' festival.;
Tashiding Monastery:;This monastery located in the West Sikkim was erected by Ngadak Sempa Chembo. The main attraction of the monastery is the sacred chorten (stupa) known by the name of 'Thong-Wa-rang-Dol' which literally means 'Saviors by mere sight'. As per beliefs, the very sight of the stupa purges away the sins. The monastery has Buddhist Mantras, old edifices, stupas and stone plates. Celebration of 'Bumchu' adds to the charm of this monastery.
