Tags : Buddhist Temple
Timings : 6:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Time Required : 1-2 hours
Entry Fee : No entry fee
Gadhan Thekchhokling Gompa is a small Buddhist monastery dedicated to Buddha, open to visitors of any background. It's a brief, quiet stop rather than a major sight, worth combining with other spots in central Manali.
The enchanting monastery was constructed in 1960 by Tibetan Refugees and is often visited by Buddhists from Kinnaur, Tibet, Nepal, and Spiti. It serves as an essential point of gathering for the Buddhists. Tourists can also sit and meditate in the tranquil environment of Gadhan Thekchhokling Gompa. There is a market near the monastery where tourists can find Tibetan items on sale. Meditation inside the monastery is allowed, and tourists can spend some time here contemplating the meaning of life. Those who are constantly seeking a way to calm down and find peace must head to Gadhan Thekchhokling Gompa and spend some hours in silence before doing anything else in Manali.